"Unearthing Miocene Fossils: A Glimpse into Southern East African Rift's Coastal Woodlands"

The first Miocene mammal fossils have been discovered in the Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique, providing valuable insights into the evolution of African ecosystems and the hominin lineage. The findings include fossil teeth, radiometric dates for the geological formation, reconstructions of paleovegetation, and a diverse range of fossils, including a new species of giant hyraxes. This discovery sheds light on a previously paleontologically empty region and is part of an international scientific collaboration aimed at protecting biodiversity and promoting local development.