3.5-million-year-old mystery creature found in Japan is a 'giant' never seen before
A 3.5-million-year-old fossil discovered in Japan has identified a new species of giant salamander, uncovering a previously lost lineage.
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Three bones found in Japan decades ago were identified as belonging to a giant salamander species unlike any known. The 3.5-million-year-old fossil revealed a lost lineage and filled an evolutionary gap of over 20 million years.
This discovery may lead to the revision of other bones preserved in museums.
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Researchers have identified a new species of giant salamander based on fossilized bones found in Japan. The discovery centers on a vertebra with unique characteristics that distinguishes the creature from any known species.
Coverage from SciTechDaily, Sci.News, WION, The Times of India, and CPG Click Oil and Gas emphasizes that these bones were found decades ago. The findings are noted for filling an evolutionary gap spanning more than 20 million years.
Future developments may include the revision of other bones currently preserved in museums to determine if they belong to this new lineage.
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How old is the fossil?
The fossil is 3.5 million years old.
What specific evidence led to the identification of the new species?
The identification was made through a vertebra with unique characteristics.
When were the bones originally discovered?
According to The Times of India, the three bones were found in Japan decades ago.
Coverage (5)
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Three bones found in Japan decades ago have revealed a giant salamander unlike any known speciesThe Times of India · 86d ago
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Mystery Bones Found in Japan Belong to a Giant Salamander Unlike Any KnownSciTechDaily · 86d ago
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