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"Giant Prehistoric Goose Fossil Unearthed in Australia"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Defector

Researchers have discovered new fossilized skulls of the extinct bird Genyornis newtoni, also known as the "giga-goose," in Southern Australia. This enormous, flightless bird, which stood over six feet tall and weighed up to 530 pounds, terrorized early Australians before going extinct around 45,000 years ago. The new findings provide a clearer picture of the bird's appearance and behavior, revealing it had a goose-like face and powerful hind legs.

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"Fossil of Giant Prehistoric 'Giga-Goose' Unearthed in Australia"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com

Researchers have discovered the most complete skull of the extinct giant flightless bird Genyornis newtoni in Australia, providing new insights into its appearance and ecological role. The 45,000- to 50,000-year-old fossil, found in Lake Callabonnam, reveals the bird's massive cranium, large jaws, and unique casque. This discovery helps piece together the evolutionary puzzle of this "giant goose" and its adaptations to aquatic habitats, which may have contributed to its extinction.

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