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paleontology1 year ago

"Prehistoric Discovery: 215-Million-Year-Old Armored Crocodile Ancestor Unearthed in Texas"

The discovery of a 215 million-year-old ancient crocodile species, known as aetosaurs, in Texas has provided valuable insights into the prehistoric world, revealing that these heavily armored reptiles roamed the Earth before the age of dinosaurs. The recent discovery of a new aetosaur species named Garzapelta muelleri has shed light on the anatomy and evolution of these creatures, challenging previous notions about the dominance of dinosaurs during the Mesozoic Era. The study of Garzapelta muelleri and other aetosaurs continues to enrich our understanding of prehistoric life and underscores the importance of paleontological research in uncovering the Earth’s evolutionary history.

paleontology1 year ago

"Garzapelta: The Newly Identified Ancient Crocodile Ancestor"

Paleontologists have discovered a new species of ancient crocodile, named Garzapelta muelleri, which lived during the Late Triassic period and was known for its sturdy bony armor. The specimen, found in northwest Texas, had been sitting on a shelf for 30 years before being identified as a new species. These aetosaurs were characterized by their extensive bony armor and are thought to have gone extinct around 200 million years ago, possibly due to environmental changes or competition from evolving dinosaur groups. The discovery sheds light on the evolutionary history of these creatures and the convergent evolution of their protective features.