"Revolutionizing Dinosaur Research: 200 Years of Megalosaurus and the Future of Paleontology"

The 200th anniversary of the naming of the first dinosaur, Megalosaurus, by William Buckland is being celebrated. Initially mistaken for a giant lizard, the discovery changed the field of paleontology. The Geological Society is hosting events to mark the occasion, including a lecture on changing views of dinosaurs. The naming of Megalosaurus represents the advancement of paleontology, leading to the uncovering of new dinosaur types and a better understanding of their physiology.