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When was the giant anteater first scientifically described?
Quick Answer
The giant anteater was first formally described by science in 1758.
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The giant anteater was formally described in 1758 in the landmark work of Carl Linnaeus. It became one of the classic examples of a highly specialized mammal with a long snout and sticky tongue for eating ants and termites. Its anatomy is so unusual that it has long fascinated naturalists. It shows how mammal body plans can adapt to very narrow diets.
Key Facts
1.First formal description: 1758
2.Described by Carl Linnaeus
3.Specialized for eating ants and termites
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