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Revolutionary Fossil Discovery Sheds Light on Arthropod Evolution

4/23/2025

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A groundbreaking fossil discovery in South Africa, dubbed Keurbos susanae or "Sue," showcases astonishingly preserved internal soft tissues, defying conventional fossilization norms. Excavated from the Soom Shale, this early arthropod reveals intricate details of its muscles and gut, shedding light on the evolution of arthropods after 25 years of dedicated research.

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A groundbreaking fossil discovery in South Africa, dubbed Keurbos susanae or "Sue," showcases astonishingly preserved internal soft tissues, defying conventional fossilization norms. Excavated from the Soom Shale, this early arthropod reveals intricate details of its muscles and gut, shedding light on the evolution of arthropods after 25 years of dedicated research.