Dinosaur Fossil Unearthed in Zimbabwe
An international team of scientists recently discovered fossil of a new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, along the shores of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, marking a significant paleontological find.
- The fossil, dating back approximately 210 million years to the Late Triassic period, consist of a hind leg comprising thigh, shin, and ankle bones, showcasing distinctive features unique to this species.
- Named after the research vessel "Musankwa" and a Tonga dialect word meaning "boy close to marriage," the discovery highlights the collaborative effort and local cultural integration involved in the expedition.
- Evolutionary analysis places Musankwa sanyatiensis within the Sauropodomorpha group, characterized by bipedalism and long ....
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