Ancient DNA Traces Found in 6-Million-Year-Old Turtle Shell

Traces of ancient DNA have potentially been found within a 6-million-year-old turtle shell fossil discovered in Panama. The fossil belongs to an extinct species of turtle, and the presence of genetic material within the preserved bone cells suggests that DNA may be able to last much longer than previously thought. While further testing is needed to confirm the presence of DNA, this finding challenges traditional paradigms of biomolecular preservation and could provide valuable insights into the history and evolution of sea turtles.