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Amphicynodon

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Amphicynodon was an extinct genus of caniform carnivore. It has traditionally been considered an early bear, although recent evidence has suggested it may be a unique member linked to other pinnipeds. It was endemic to Europe and Asia during the Oligocene, from approximately 33.9—28.4 Mya and existing for approximately . It was similar in size to early mustelids.

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Parent taxon
Carnivora
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Dorsolateral aspect of skull in Amphicynodon teilhardi.png
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taxon name
Amphicynodon
taxon rank
genus
different from
Amphicyon
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