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Prehistoric ‘giant rat’ named after a princess
Researchers have identified a previously unknown prehistoric rodent species, nicknamed a “giant rat” and named after a princess. The discovery may help explain how some early rodents evolved to reach unusually enormous sizes in ancient ecosystems.
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