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131 Ancient Dinosaur Footprints Discovered on Isle of Skye

4/2/2025

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A remarkable discovery on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, has unveiled 131 dinosaur footprints, dating back 167 million years. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh revealed that these tracks belonged to both fierce megalosaurs and gentle sauropods, who once gathered at a freshwater lagoon, offering a fascinating glimpse into their lives during the Middle Jurassic period.

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A remarkable discovery on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, has unveiled 131 dinosaur footprints, dating back 167 million years. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh revealed that these tracks belonged to both fierce megalosaurs and gentle sauropods, who once gathered at a freshwater lagoon, offering a fascinating glimpse into their lives during the Middle Jurassic period.