Skull of Phorusrhacos longissimus) At two and a half metres tall, Phorusrhacos longissimus is an example of a 'terror bird', top predators that lived in South America about 50 million years ago.

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    After hours

    Experience London's most unique Friday night out with a visit to the Museum after hours.

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