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210-million-year-old dinosaur discovery reveals a lost world in Africa

2026-10-13T22:53:03.000Z

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A newly identified 210-million-year-old dinosaur from Zimbabwe is helping scientists uncover a surprisingly distinct prehistoric ecosystem. The discovery suggests that ancient climate differences may have separated dinosaur populations across southern Africa, leading to unique species that…

Sofia Massif (3,637 metres (11,932 ft)) and Sofia Glacier in clouds and fog under fresh autumn snow
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  1. ScienceDaily · Top Science — 210-million-year-old dinosaur discovery reveals a lost world in Africa