Scientists have discovered a previously unknown extinct toad species hidden for nearly a century inside the collections of Los Angeles’ famous La Brea Tar Pits. The tiny amphibian, named Spea labreae after the tar pits, represents the first extinct Ice Age amphibian ever identified from Los Angeles and only the second known extinct Pleistocene amphibian from North … [Read more...] about Extinct toad from the ice age discovered at Los Angeles’ La Brea Tar Pits
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Archaeologists Found 115,000-Year-Old Human Footprints Where They Shouldn’t Be
In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists have identified 115,000-year-old human footprints in Saudi Arabia's Nefud Desert, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the migration and behavior of early Homo sapiens. This remarkable find not only redefines our understanding of human history but also highlights the Arabian Peninsula's role as a crucial migration corridor during … [Read more...] about Archaeologists Found 115,000-Year-Old Human Footprints Where They Shouldn’t Be
A 9-year-old girl from Maryland finds a “once in a lifetime” megalodon tooth
On Christmas morning, a young, aspiring paleontologist discovered the treasure of a lifetime: a gigantic, 5-inch megalodon tooth. The amazing discovery was made on Calvert Beach by Prince Frederick, Maryland fourth-grader Molly Sampson. According to Molly, who spoke to us, her father's passion for fossils prompted her to spend years searching Maryland's beaches for shark … [Read more...] about A 9-year-old girl from Maryland finds a “once in a lifetime” megalodon tooth
Perfectly Preserved Dinosaur Embryo Found Inside Fossilized Egg
An extremely rare, completely articulated dinosaur embryo was discovered inside a fossilized egg that had been accumulating dust in a museum storage space in China for more than ten years. The fetal specimen, estimated to be between 66 and 72 million years old, indicates a remarkable connection between dinosaurs and contemporary birds. The unhatched species, an … [Read more...] about Perfectly Preserved Dinosaur Embryo Found Inside Fossilized Egg
180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir
A 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Has Been Discovered in a Reservoir in the United Kingdom In a remarkable discovery, a 180-million-year-old fossil of a sea dragon has been found in a reservoir in the United Kingdom. The fossil, which is believed to be the remains of a new species of sea dragon, was discovered by an amateur fossil hunter in the summer of 2021. The … [Read more...] about 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir