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Ancient 50-Million-Year-Old Footprints Unearthed in Oregon

4/20/2025

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Fossilized footprints, a remarkable 50 million years old, were unearthed at Oregon's John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Thanks to cutting-edge 3D imaging, researchers revealed tracks from birds, lizards, and mammals, shedding light on ancient behaviors and enriching our knowledge of prehistoric ecosystems and the area's rich fossil history.

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Fossilized footprints, a remarkable 50 million years old, were unearthed at Oregon's John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Thanks to cutting-edge 3D imaging, researchers revealed tracks from birds, lizards, and mammals, shedding light on ancient behaviors and enriching our knowledge of prehistoric ecosystems and the area's rich fossil history.