What is another word for mesohippus?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛsə͡ʊhˌɪpəs] (IPA) 
Mesohippus is an ancient horse that lived during the Eocene period, approximately 45 million years ago. Synonyms for Mesohippus include Mesohippus intermedius, Mesohippus elenius, and Mesohippus bairdi. These names refer to different species that are part of the Mesohippus genus and share similar physical characteristics such as small, three-toed hooves and a short snout. These horses were adapted to grazing and living in open grasslands. They were also much smaller than modern horses, standing only about two feet tall at the shoulder. Mesohippus is an important ancestor of modern horses and played a key role in the evolution of equine species over time.
