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Lion tracks from the ice age: How two ways of seeing brought ancient animals to life

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Research indicates that the coastline near southern Africa underwent significant shifts between 400,000 and 70,000 years ago, with sea levels fluctuating between 100km south of the present location and 13 meters higher than today's mean. These changes exposed the Palaeo-Agulhas Plain, creating vast habitats for large mammals that differ from current conditions.

Key points

• Between 400,000 and 70,000 years ago, the coastline near southern Africa shifted up to 100km south of its present position, exposing the Palaeo-Agulhas Plain.
• During this period, sea levels rose to 13 meters higher than today's mean, creating a distinct environment for large mammals that differs from today's conditions.

Context and limitations

This evidence covers a specific timeframe of 400,000 to 70,000 years ago and describes the coastline's position relative to the present, but does not provide details on the specific large mammals or their evolutionary impacts.

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