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New Dinosaur Species Discovered in Mongolia's Gobi Desert

3/25/2025

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Paleontologists have unearthed an exciting new dinosaur species, Duonychus tsogtbaatari, in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. This remarkable therizinosaur, weighing around 260 kg and towering at 3 meters, boasts distinctive two-fingered claws, perfect for grasping plants. Among the treasures found is the largest preserved dinosaur claw, complete with its keratin sheath, showcasing its astonishing size.

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Paleontologists have unearthed an exciting new dinosaur species, Duonychus tsogtbaatari, in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. This remarkable therizinosaur, weighing around 260 kg and towering at 3 meters, boasts distinctive two-fingered claws, perfect for grasping plants. Among the treasures found is the largest preserved dinosaur claw, complete with its keratin sheath, showcasing its astonishing size.