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New Ancient Species Was Just Discovered

A young researcher at the Natural History Museum in London has just made a discovery that is turning heads in the science world, and the heartwarming way he chose to honor it is capturing hearts just as quickly. A brand new species of ancient crocodile has been officially identified from fossils found in Gloucestershire, England, and this remarkable creature turns out to be nothing at all like the crocodiles we know today. Rather than a slow, water-dwelling reptile, this ancient animal had long, slender legs built for speed and likely darted across dry land hunting small prey during the Late Triassic period, roughly 220 million years ago. The scientist who led the discovery chose to name the new species after his beloved secondary school physics teacher back in Wales, saying the man inspired him deeply with his genuine love of science, his willingness to challenge students, and his wonderfully warm and funny personality.

The species has been given the wonderfully fitting name Galahadosuchus jonesi: the first part referencing Sir Galahad, the upright and noble knight of Arthurian legend, a direct nod to the creature’s upright posture and nimble, athletic build. The fossils were recovered from ancient cave deposits on both sides of the Bristol Channel, natural traps where animals fell long ago and were slowly preserved over millions of years deep within the rock. Scientists confirmed the new species by identifying 13 distinct anatomical differences that set it cleanly apart from any known creature, making it a completely unique and thrilling addition to the story of life on Earth. For the Welsh teacher being honored, Mr. David Rhys Jones, it is a tribute as rare and as lasting as the fossil itself: his name will now be written into the scientific record for as long as science endures.

Source: https://www.goodnewspost.co.uk/new-species-of-ancient-crocodile-named-in-honour-of-welsh-school-teacher/

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