ancient animal fossils

Identification of a new plesiosaur species in the United States

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Identification of a new plesiosaur species in the United States

The Polycotylidae, an interesting group of marine reptiles, are known to first appear in the Aptian period in Australia. However, their evolutionary journey was not limited to the continent, because this group managed to cross the ocean and reach North America in the Albian period. Interestingly, Polycotylids not only spread across North America, but also … Read more

Microraptor fossil whose hunting style is debated by researchers

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Microraptor fossil whose hunting style is debated by researchers

This research sparked scientific debate regarding the claim that Microraptor’s toe pads were a key indicator of its aerial hunting ability. Some researchers argue that the pads, even if they strike, may not be enough to definitively conclude that Microraptor was an aerial hunter. However, if these claims turn out to be true, the results … Read more