👉 Blaesodactylus is a genus of extinct mammals that lived in North America during the Miocene epoch, around 26 million years ago. These mammals were characterized by their small skulls and elongated bodies, which allowed them to survive on the sandy beaches of the Great Lakes region. Blaesodactylus had a single, long trunk with a narrow, rounded end that served as a platform for burrowing or climbing. They are known for their distinctive facial features and their ability
