plesiosaur

📢 First-Ever Plesiosaur Fossil Discovered in Algeria

Paleontologists in Algeria have uncovered the first documented plesiosaur fossil in the country, shedding new light on ancient marine ecosystems of the Cretaceous period.

🔎 Key Highlights:

• Fossil found in Djebel Essen, northeastern Algeria.

• Vertebra belongs to Plesiosauria, long-necked
marine reptiles from ~145–66 million years ago.

• Fills a critical gap in North African marine reptile fossil record.

📌 Why It Matters:

• Enhances understanding of Cretaceous marine ecosystems.

• Offers insights into the geographical distribution of plesiosaurs across prehistoric seas.

• Adds to the global fossil record of iconic marine reptiles.

💡 Expert Insight:
This discovery underscores the importance of North Africa in paleontological research and opens avenues for further marine fossil explorations.

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