Super Megalonyx Fossil Giant Sloth Toe/Finger Bones Florida Fossils

This set includes ankle bones from the Pleistocene giant sloth, Megalonyx jeffersoni. While not originally found together, they fit together quite nicely

Megalonx jefersonii is an extinct species of ground sloth that lived during the Pleistocene epoch. It belonged to the family Megalonychidae and was characterized by its large size and distinctive claws, which were likely used for defense and foraging. Fossil evidence suggests that this species inhabited various parts of North and South America, thriving in diverse environments ranging from forests to grasslands. The ground sloth’s diet primarily consisted of leaves, fruits, and other vegetation. Megalonx jefersonii is a significant subject of study for paleontologists due to its adaptation to different habitats and its role in the prehistoric ecosystems.

Pleistocene

North Florida River

8.5"