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Ancient Dinosaur Discovery Reshapes North America's Origins

1/9/2025

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Paleontologists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have unearthed Ahvaytum bahndooiveche, the oldest known dinosaur in North America, dating back 230 million years. This remarkable find, located in Wyoming, reshapes our understanding of dinosaur origins and celebrates a partnership with the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, honoring their rich cultural heritage.

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Paleontologists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have unearthed Ahvaytum bahndooiveche, the oldest known dinosaur in North America, dating back 230 million years. This remarkable find, located in Wyoming, reshapes our understanding of dinosaur origins and celebrates a partnership with the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, honoring their rich cultural heritage.