The phrase "mammalian body" refers to the physical structure or form of a mammal, which includes features like fur or hair, milk-producing mammary glands, and the presence of a backbone. Full definition
Most surprising was the observation that the NSM accurately predicts the maximum mammalian body size observed in the fossil record,» explains Yeakel. (sciencedaily.com)
By 40,000 years ago, when today's Homo sapiens edged out Neanderthals in Eurasia, mammalian body mass dropped about 50 percent. (seeker.com)
Though there are some cases where vestigial traits linger longer than necessary, for the most part, evolution has crafted mammalian bodies to be remarkably efficient. (petconsider.com)