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Mammoths, also known as mammoths, are extinct members of the genus Mammuthus, which includes several species of large, elephant-like proboscideans. They are most well-known for their association with the Ice Age, during which they roamed vast areas of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Mammoths are characterized by their large size, with some species reaching heights of up to 4 meters (13 feet) at the shoulder and weighing as much as 6 tons (13,200 pounds). Their most distinctive feature is the long, curved tusks that protrude from their upper jaws, which could grow up to 3 meters (10 feet) in length.

Mammoths are believed to have gone extinct around 4,000 years ago, with the last known mammoths living on Wrangel Island in the Arctic Ocean. The cause of their extinction is still debated, with theories ranging from climate change and competition with early humans to disease and overhunting. Despite their extinction, mammoths have left a lasting impact on human culture and science. Their remains have been used in various ways by indigenous peoples, and their genetic material has been studied to better understand the evolution of elephants and other proboscideans. Additionally, mammoths have become a popular subject in literature, art, and popular culture, symbolizing the grandeur and mystery of the Ice Age.