Promerycochoerus
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| Promerycochoerus Fossil range: Early Miocene |
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Promerycochoerus carrikeri
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Promerycochoerus is an extinct genus of oreodont artiodactyl.
The 1 m (3 ft 4 in) long creature is thought to have been amphibious and hippo-like, possessing an elongated body and short limbs that are typical adaptions found in semi-aquatic mammals.

