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Tour guide uncovers giant 170-million-year-old dinosaur footprint on UK coastline

Tour Guide Uncovers Giant 170-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Footprint on UK Coastline While Steve Cousins, the “Rock Showman,” was giving a tour, he happened to stumble upon a remarkable discovery that has sent shockwaves through the paleontology community. Nestled along the rugged UK coastline, amidst the crashing waves and towering cliffs, lies a giant footprint dating back […]

Can dinosaur fossils unlock the future of cancer treatment? Scientists say yes

Can Dinosaur Fossils Unlock the Future of Cancer Treatment? Scientists Say Yes A dinosaur’s jaw might just open a new chapter in cancer research. In a study published in the journal “Nature Communications,” researchers have discovered a fascinating connection between the microstructure of dinosaur fossils and the development of more effective cancer treatments. The study […]

30-foot monster sea lizard fossil from 66 million years ago unearthed in US 

Ancient Giant Unearthed: The Discovery of a 30-Foot Monster Sea Lizard Fossil from 66 Million Years Ago in the US On a riverbank in Mississippi, State Survey geologists found a ginormous fossil vertebra of a 30-foot sea monster that roamed the oceans 66 million years ago. The discovery has sent shockwaves through the scientific community, […]

‘River of Death’: 8,000 dinosaur bones discovered at Canada’s fossil mass grave

“Unearthing History: The Discovery of 8,000 Dinosaur Bones at Canada’s Fossil Mass Grave” In Alberta, Canada, paleontologists continue to unearth thousands of Pachyrhinosaurin bones across a kilometer of land. This incredible discovery has shed light on the ancient history of the region, providing valuable insights into the lives of these majestic creatures that roamed the […]

220-million-year-old killer dinosaur: Fossil leads to new raptor species discovery

220-million-year-old killer dinosaur: Fossil leads to new raptor species discovery The 1980s saw the unearthing of a long-held secret within the prehistoric rock formation of Ghost Ranch in New Mexico. Scientists stumbled upon a remarkably well-preserved fossil that has since led to the discovery of a new raptor species, shedding light on the mysteries of […]

T-rex’s ancestors journeyed from Asia around 70 million years ago, suggests study

T-rex’s ancestors journeyed from Asia around 70 million years ago, suggests study Tyrannosaurus rex was long thought to be a North American dinosaur. However, new research suggests that the iconic T-rex and its ancestors may have had a much more extensive journey than previously believed. A recent study indicates that T-rex’s predecessors likely originated in […]

Jurassic-era jawbone reveals new rodent-like mammal species with rare tooth traits

Jurassic-era Jawbone Reveals New Rodent-Like Mammal Species with Rare Tooth Traits For nearly a century, the story of early mammals has been pieced together from fragmentary, sometimes elusive fossils. However, a recent discovery has shed new light on the evolution of mammals during the Jurassic period. A team of paleontologists unearthed a remarkably well-preserved jawbone […]

160-million-year-old footprints reveal how flying dinosaur cousins conquered land

160-million-year-old Footprints Reveal How Flying Dinosaur Cousins Conquered Land We typically picture ancient pterosaurs as purely aerial giants of the dinosaur era. However, exciting new discoveries have shed light on how these flying reptiles and their dinosaur cousins also roamed the land. Recently, in the Jura Mountains of France, paleontologists unearthed a treasure trove of […]

70-million-year-old fossil of largest North American dinosaur discovered in Texas

Texas Unveils 70-Million-Year-Old Fossil of Largest North American Dinosaur A team of budding paleontologists from Sul Ross State University has unearthed a giant fossilized treasure in the heart of Texas – a 70-million-year-old skeleton of what is believed to be the largest dinosaur ever found in North America. The discovery of this colossal creature, which […]

100-million-year-old armored dinosaurs with weaponized tail discovered in Canada

Ancient Armored Dinosaurs with Weaponized Tails Unearthed in Canada A group of researchers discovered the first physical evidence of an ankylosaurid ankylosaur in the rich fossil beds of Alberta, Canada. These armored dinosaurs, estimated to be around 100 million years old, have fascinated scientists and enthusiasts alike with their unique features and defensive capabilities. The […]

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