Discovery of 95-Million-Year-Old Fossil Sheds Light on New Croc Species
September 29, 2025
A significant archaeological discovery by student Harrison Allen in Montana has led to the identification of a new crocodyliform species, Thikarisuchus xenodentes. This 95-million-year-old find offers new insights into ancient croc evolution and demonstrates the potential of land-dwelling crocs with diverse diets. The fossils, preserved in a unique burrow-based manner, advance our understanding of prehistoric life.