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Andegameryx

Andegameryx is an extinct genus of artiodactyl belonging to the infraorder Pecora, endemic to Europe during the Miocene, living 22.4—20 Ma, existing for approximately .

Andegameryx were primitive and ancient ruminants, resembling small deer or musk deer, although they were more closely related to modern chevrotains. Its diet is stated to be that of a frugivore. The only known fossil was found in Zaragoza, Spain.

Taxonomy

Andegameryx was named by Ginsburg (1971).

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