"Scientists Uncover New Dinosaur Species on Isle of Wight"
Scientists have discovered a new species of small plant-eating dinosaur, named Vectidromeus insularis, on the Isle of Wight in southern England. This finding suggests that Europe had its own unique group of small herbivorous dinosaurs, distinct from those found in Asia and North America. The discovery was made as part of a collaboration between the University of Bath, the University of Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight Dinosaur Museum, and local fossil collectors. The fossils provide valuable insights into the evolving ecosystems of the Cretaceous period and highlight the importance of amateur collectors in paleontological research.