Ancient Bird Tracks Found in Australia Rewrite History
Researchers have discovered the oldest bird footprints ever found in the Southern Hemisphere in Wonthaggi, Australia, dating back to around 120 million years ago. The tracks provide evidence that birds once lived in the southern polar regions of the supercontinent Gondwana. The findings shed light on how early birds dispersed across landmasses and biomes, suggesting that they may have migrated seasonally to and from other environments. The discovery of these tracks may inspire further exploration for evidence of Cretaceous birds in the Southern Hemisphere.