Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4748059 Geobios 2013 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
The dP4 of Desmanella engesseri Ziegler, 1985 from a maxillary which includes the P2 and P3 in crypt, the P4 in eruption and fully erupted dP4 and M1, is described from Petersbuch 28 (Germany; Lower Miocene, MN3/4). The maxillary was studied using X-ray microtomography to make detailed images of the internal and external features of the sample. This is the first record of a dP4 from Desmanella Engesser, 1972. Its shape is unique for fossil talpids, possessing the apomorphic feature of replacing the protocone with a large lingual cingulum. The functional use of deciduous teeth and the process that led to the complete loss of milk teeth in extant talpids are discussed.
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