Entry #45: Mapinguari

© Jesstin Jacobs

  • Related to prehistoric giant ground sloths, likely mylodon or megalonyx

  • On all fours, just over 5 feet high at the shoulders; when rearing up, nearly 8 feet tall

  • Very protective of their young

  • Distinctive white fur patterns give appearance of a single eye and large mouth on torso, possibly an intentional display to ward off predators

  • Herbivorous, but claws are large enough to be extremely dangerous

- Mia

Jennifer Jacobs