Smilodon
Smilodon, extinct genus of large mammalian carnivores known collectively by the common name sabre-toothed cat. Smilodon belongs to the subfamily Machairodontinae of the family Felidae.
Citation Information
Article Title:
Smilodon
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
31 January 2025
Access Date:
February 22, 2025