Explore the Mammoth: EXPO 2005 in Japan

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The EXPO 2005 in Japan features a prominent exhibit focused on mammoths, showcasing an exact replica created by Remie Bakker, alongside fossil remains of the animal. The discussion highlights interest in mammoths, particularly those found in Siberia, and references a dedicated website for the Yukagir mammoth. Additionally, the contributor has coauthored two books on the subject, offering their expertise for any inquiries related to mammoths.
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So the EXPO 2005 opened in Japan the other month and the star of the show is the http://www-1.expo2005.or.jp/en/mammoth/mammoth_project_00.html .

A much better look of the animal here. Left the fosil remains of the head of the animal, observed by the maker of the "exact" replica, Remie Bakker that's visible on the right.

So anybody like discussing mammoths in Siberia?
 
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Hmm, Mammoths are out huh. How about it's own webside?

http://www.yukagirmammoth.com/

Oh and I helped writing one book and coauthored a second one on this particular fossil. They can be available any moment. So if there is anything you want to know about mammoths but didn't know whom to ask it to, try me.
 
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