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A Florida man, Alex Lundberg, discovered a rare four-foot mastodon tusk while diving near Venice Beach. The tusk, verified by an expert, is estimated to be between 10,000 and 500,000 years old. Lundberg must report the find to the Florida Museum of Natural History to determine its scientific value. The tusk's discovery is notable as such fossils are uncommon in Florida.
Jason Cooper, a commercial fossil hunter, discovered a nearly complete stegosaurus skeleton on his Colorado property, which could fetch up to $6 million at Sotheby's auction. The fossil, named Apex, is one of the best-preserved of its kind and will be auctioned during Sotheby's "Geek Week" sale in July. The sale has sparked controversy among paleontologists who believe such fossils should be in museums for public education.
Jason Cooper, a professional fossil hunter in Colorado, discovered an exceptionally well-preserved stegosaurus skeleton named "Apex" on his property. The skeleton, which is 70% complete, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in New York, with an expected price of $4-6 million. While the sale excites private collectors, it has sparked concern among paleontologists who believe such significant finds should be in museums for public education and scientific research.
A grounds maintenance worker in Haywood County, NC, discovered a mysterious, heavy object along a remote trail that may be from outer space. The object, about three feet high and covered in burnt carbon fiber and metal plates, has yet to be inspected by aerospace experts. The discovery has left many puzzled, and the owner of the property plans to consult experts to identify the object.
A grounds maintenance worker in Haywood County, NC, discovered a mysterious, heavy object along a remote trail that may be from outer space. The object, about three feet high and covered in burnt carbon fiber and metal plates, has yet to be inspected by aerospace experts. The Glamping Collective, which owns the property, plans to reach out to experts to identify the object and determine its origin.
A team of scientists aboard an exploration vessel off the coast of South America has discovered four massive underwater mountains, ranging from 5,200 to 8,800 feet tall, highlighting the vast unknowns of our planet's oceans. Using sonar equipment to investigate gravity anomalies, the team found these previously unknown seamounts, emphasizing the lack of comprehensive ocean floor mapping. With the potential for incredible biodiversity, further study of these underwater giants is crucial, and ongoing high-tech mapping techniques could greatly support conservation efforts.