Mericisca

Mericisca is a genus of extinct, spiral-horned antelope that existed during the Miocene epoch. Fossils of Mericisca have been found in Europe, particularly in regions of Spain and France. They are characterized by their distinctive, tightly spiraled horns, which distinguish them from other contemporary antelope species. Mericisca is important for understanding the evolutionary history of the Bovidae family and the diversification of antelope lineages during the Miocene. Studies of their teeth and skeletal structure provide insights into their diet, habitat, and potential relationships with other extinct and extant bovids.