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ARCHAEOTHERIM
Thomas King
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Adaptation
The Archaeotherim had a keen sense of smell.
Sharp teeth for chewing meat and roots.
Long legs gave it speed in running.
Had good ears for hearing it’s prey.
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Appearance
The Archaeotherim was large, fanged, peccary with bumps projecting from the side of its head. It had high shoulders, presumably to carry strong neck muscles to support the heavy head.
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Diet
The Archaeotherim ate roots, worms, insects and other animals.
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Size
The Archaeotherim was two stories tall.
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Habit
The Archaeotherim traveled alone.
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Motion
The Archaeotherim walked on fours. Its long legs gave it speed in running.
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Habitat
The Archaeotherim lived in North America and East Asia.
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Common/Scientific name
Archaeotherim in Greek means ‘’ancient beast’’.
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Enemies
The Archaeotherim’s enemy was man.
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Descendents
The Archaeothim’s descendents were pigs.