Eons: The Hellacious Lives of the "Hell Pigs"
Despite the name, scientists don’t know where the so-called “hell pigs” belong in the mammalian family tree. They walked on hooves, like pigs do, but had longer legs, almost like deer. They had hunched backs similar to rhinos or bison. However, scientists believe there is some evolutionary method to this anatomical madness. Part of the "Eons" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 16 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Animals, Evolution, Prehistoric Life
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Eons
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