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Ancient 3-Foot Worm Lizard Discovered in Tunisia

4/21/2025

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Paleontologists have unearthed an extraordinary find in Tunisia: the Terastiodontosaurus marcelosanchezi, a prehistoric worm lizard stretching over 3 feet long. This remarkable predator, dating back 50 million years, likely feasted on snails. Its impressive size hints at the warm Eocene climate, showcasing the incredible evolutionary journey of reptiles.

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Paleontologists have unearthed an extraordinary find in Tunisia: the Terastiodontosaurus marcelosanchezi, a prehistoric worm lizard stretching over 3 feet long. This remarkable predator, dating back 50 million years, likely feasted on snails. Its impressive size hints at the warm Eocene climate, showcasing the incredible evolutionary journey of reptiles.