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The male and female Irish elk (Cervus megaceros), now extinct. Reproduction of a painting by J Smith.
Wellcome Collection

The male and female Irish elk (Cervus megaceros), now extinct. Reproduction of a painting by J Smith.

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Lettering: The great Irish deer, Cervus megaceros. Height to the summit of the antlers 10 feet; spread of antlers 11 feet.

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