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New Dinosaur Species Discovered: Enigmacursor Captivates Museum Visitors

7/1/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery in Colorado has unveiled a new dinosaur species, Enigmacursor mollyborthwickae, a dog-sized herbivore that roamed the Earth 150 million years ago. Once mistaken for Nanosaurus, this nearly complete skeleton now captivates visitors at London's Natural History Museum, shedding light on the vibrant ecosystems of small dinosaurs that thrived alongside their colossal counterparts.

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A groundbreaking discovery in Colorado has unveiled a new dinosaur species, Enigmacursor mollyborthwickae, a dog-sized herbivore that roamed the Earth 150 million years ago. Once mistaken for Nanosaurus, this nearly complete skeleton now captivates visitors at London's Natural History Museum, shedding light on the vibrant ecosystems of small dinosaurs that thrived alongside their colossal counterparts.