Mammuthus is a genus of extinct elephants known as mammoths, which roamed the Earth during the Pleistocene epoch. These large mammals were characterized by their long, curved tusks and thick fur, adaptations that helped them survive in cold environments. The most famous species, the woolly mammoth, lived in the northern parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. Mammoths were herbivores, primarily feeding on grasses, shrubs, and other vegetation. They played a significant role in their ecosystems, influencing plant growth and serving as prey for predators like Saber-toothed cats and humans. The last known population of mammoths survived on Wrangel Island until about 4,000 years ago.