Godinotia (name meaning "Godinot's Animal") is a genus of strepsirrhine primate that lived in what is now Germany during the Early Eocene.
In the Series 3 premiere "New Dawn," several Godinotia were brought to the park from Early Eocene Germany, 49 million years ago after nearly getting killed by volcanic gas. They reside in the Ape-Men Jungle Enclosure with other primates.
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Era & Discovery[]
Godinotia lived Europe during the Early Eocene around 49 million years ago. They were among one of the earliest primates to evolve. Although they were solitary animals, primates had sociable future. Among their descendants millions of years time was a hairless type of ape called man.
Physical Attributes[]
Godinotia was 30 cm long and weighed 24.9 kg.
Like most modern primates, Godinotia lived in trees.
Behavior & Traits[]
Godinotia were solitary animals and only got together during the mating season. Like some modern primates, they were nocturnal and often slept during the day.
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Trivia[]
- Godinotia were the first primates to be brought to the park.