Discovery of Columbian Mammoth Tusk in Mississippi
A fossil collector discovered a portion of an Ice Age-era Columbian mammoth tusk in Mississippi. Scientists excavated and stabilized the tusk, confirming it belonged to a mammoth. The discovery offers insight into the prehistoric wildlife of the area.
Key Points
- Fossil collector found a portion of a Columbian mammoth tusk in Madison County, Mississippi
- Scientists excavated and stabilized the tusk, confirming it belonged to a mammoth
- Discovery sheds light on the Ice Age ecosystem of the region
Pros
- Insight into prehistoric wildlife of Mississippi
- Rare discovery of a Columbian mammoth tusk