First Off Woolly Mammoths Weren’t Just One-size-fits-all Their Size Varied Depending On Location

First off, woolly mammoths weren’t just one-size-fits-all. Their size varied depending on location and climate. On average, they stood about 9 to 11 feet tall at the shoulder and weighed around 6 tons, but some populations, like those on Wrangel Island, adapted to their environment by shrinking over generations—a phenomenon called insular dwarfism. These smaller mammoths were only about 6 feet tall, showing how adaptable they could be.

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