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Proboscidea

/proʊˌbɒsɪˈdiːə/noun
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Proboscidea is an order of mammals characterized by their distinctive long, muscular trunks, which serve multiple purposes from feeding to social interaction. This group includes modern elephants and their ancient relatives, playing a key role in ecosystems as keystone species that shape landscapes through their browsing habits.

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