An Ancient Shark Graveyard Has Been Discovered in an Egyptian Desert
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Paleontological studies in the Sahara Desert have uncovered fossilized teeth from seven different Cretaceous shark species. The research indicates that this now arid area was a fertile marine ecosystem millions of years ago.
The Independent
The Independent (US)An ancient shark graveyard has been discovered in an Egyptian desert
Researchers have discovered at least seven different species of sharks in the desert
A shark graveyard has been discovered in the Egyptian desert. Fossil teeth reveal the history of at least seven ancient shark species and the Sahara's ancient past.
The Sahara Desert seems to be the epitome of a lifeless wasteland, devoid of any trace of water. That’s why the discovery of large numbers of marine remains here is so unusual. According to The Independent, paleontologists have discovered teeth from at least seven different species of sharks in the desert of Western Egypt. The remains were found on the Abu Tartur Plateau between the Dakhla and Kharga oases, an elevated area rich in limestone and…
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