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Dinosaurs Thrived Before Asteroid, Study Reveals

4/11/2025

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New research from University College London reveals a surprising twist in the story of dinosaurs. By examining over 8,000 fossils, scientists discovered that geological shifts may have masked their true diversity, suggesting these magnificent creatures were actually thriving just before the catastrophic asteroid impact 66 million years ago.

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New research from University College London reveals a surprising twist in the story of dinosaurs. By examining over 8,000 fossils, scientists discovered that geological shifts may have masked their true diversity, suggesting these magnificent creatures were actually thriving just before the catastrophic asteroid impact 66 million years ago.