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Fascinating Marsupial Carnivores: The Pouch Lions of the Quaternary Period

Fascinating Marsupial Carnivores: The Pouch Lions of the Quaternary Period

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Welcome to "Facts with Ivaan," where young Ivaan and her dad share amazing facts every day! In this episode, Ivaan dives into the Quaternary Period, exploring the fascinating evolution of animals during the Ice Age.

Discover the incredible story of the pouch lion, a marsupial carnivore from Australia that lived around 40,000 years ago. Learn how these unique creatures, who carried their young in pouches like kangaroos, evolved from herbivorous ancestors shared with koalas and wombats.

Join us as we uncover more prehistoric wonders in future episodes!

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