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67-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Denver!

7/18/2025

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A remarkable discovery has emerged from the depths of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science's parking lot—a 67-million-year-old dinosaur vertebra! This rare ornithopod fossil, the first of its kind found in Denver, sheds new light on the Cretaceous ecosystem. Now on display, it invites visitors to connect with the ancient past while scientists continue their analysis.

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A remarkable discovery has emerged from the depths of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science's parking lot—a 67-million-year-old dinosaur vertebra! This rare ornithopod fossil, the first of its kind found in Denver, sheds new light on the Cretaceous ecosystem. Now on display, it invites visitors to connect with the ancient past while scientists continue their analysis.