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New 39-Foot Marine Reptile Discovered in British Columbia

5/30/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery in British Columbia has unveiled a new marine reptile species, Traskasaura sandrae. Stretching an impressive 39 feet, this ancient predator roamed the seas 85 million years ago, likely preying on ammonites. Celebrated as the Provincial Fossil of British Columbia in 2023, its unique features have captivated scientists, as detailed in the Journal of Systematic Palaeontology.

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A groundbreaking discovery in British Columbia has unveiled a new marine reptile species, Traskasaura sandrae. Stretching an impressive 39 feet, this ancient predator roamed the seas 85 million years ago, likely preying on ammonites. Celebrated as the Provincial Fossil of British Columbia in 2023, its unique features have captivated scientists, as detailed in the Journal of Systematic Palaeontology.