Decades-Old Mystery of 'Sword Dragon' Skeleton Solved by Scientists
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Decades-Old Mystery of 'Sword Dragon' Skeleton Solved by Scientists

Paleontologists have identified a new ichthyosaur species, Xiphodragon goldencapensis, from a skeleton found on the U.K.'s Jurassic Coast. This discovery, dating back 193 million years, enhances our understanding of marine life during the Jurassic period and contributes significantly to paleontological research.

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Decades-old mystery of elusive ‘sword dragon’ skeleton finally solved: scientists
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Paleontologists have made a groundbreaking discovery by solving the decades-old mystery of the elusive 'sword dragon' skeleton found along the U.K.'s Jurassic Coast. This finding not only sheds light on the history of this fascinating creature but also enhances our understanding of the region's prehistoric life, making it a significant contribution to the field of paleontology.
Scientists solve mystery of 'sword dragon' skeleton found on coast after decades of study
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British paleontologists have made an exciting discovery by identifying a new ichthyosaur species named Xiphodragon goldencapensis, which was found on Dorset's Jurassic Coast back in 2001. This skeleton, dating back 193 million years, sheds light on the diversity of marine life during the Jurassic period. Understanding such ancient species helps scientists piece together the evolutionary history of marine reptiles and enhances our knowledge of prehistoric ecosystems.

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