👉 Distoechus is a genus of large, elongated, terrestrial mammals in the family Chordata. They are found primarily on land and in grasslands in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Distoechus are known for their distinctive, long, slender bodies with a broad, muscular chest, long necks, and pointed ears. These animals have been associated with various ecological roles, including herbivores, grazers, or predators.