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Panich52

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Fri Aug 14, 2015, 12:05 PM Aug 2015

Pre-mammalian carnivore dubbed 'scarface' discovered in Zambia

Prehistoric carnivore dubbed 'scarface' discovered in Zambia

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150813162339.htm

Scientists have identified a new species of pre-mammal in what is now Zambia. Thanks to a unique groove on the animal's upper jaw, it was dubbed Ichibengops, which combines the local Bemba word for scar, and the common Greek suffix for face. Put simply: Scarface.

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Pre-mammalian carnivore dubbed 'scarface' discovered in Zambia (Original Post) Panich52 Aug 2015 OP
Say Hello to my Little Friend! nt Xipe Totec Aug 2015 #1
How cool is that! nt Bonobo Aug 2015 #2
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