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New Plesiosaur Species Discovered on Vancouver Island!

5/28/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery on Vancouver Island has unveiled a new species of plesiosaur, Traskasaura sandrae. This impressive 39-foot marine reptile roamed the seas 85 million years ago, showcasing a fascinating mix of ancient and modern features. With its strong teeth, it likely preyed on ammonites, earning its place as British Columbia's provincial fossil in honor of its discoverers.

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A groundbreaking discovery on Vancouver Island has unveiled a new species of plesiosaur, Traskasaura sandrae. This impressive 39-foot marine reptile roamed the seas 85 million years ago, showcasing a fascinating mix of ancient and modern features. With its strong teeth, it likely preyed on ammonites, earning its place as British Columbia's provincial fossil in honor of its discoverers.