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North America's Oldest Dinosaur Discovered, Honors Indigenous Heritage

1/28/2025

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Dinosaurs roamed the northern hemisphere 230 million years ago, earlier than once thought. The newly discovered species, Ahvaytum bahndooiveche, found in Wyoming, claims the title of North America's oldest dinosaur. Its name honors the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, showcasing a meaningful partnership with Indigenous communities in this groundbreaking research.

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Dinosaurs roamed the northern hemisphere 230 million years ago, earlier than once thought. The newly discovered species, Ahvaytum bahndooiveche, found in Wyoming, claims the title of North America's oldest dinosaur. Its name honors the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, showcasing a meaningful partnership with Indigenous communities in this groundbreaking research.