Claire. Posted August 30, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 30, 2016 New Pterosaur Species with Intact Skull Uncovered in Patagonia A new species of pterosaur named for its "ancient brain" has been found in Patagonia. The flying reptile lived in the early Jurassic period, between about 199.6 million years ago and 175.6 million years ago. Paleontologists found the new fossil in north central Chubut province in Argentina. To their delight, the fossil included an intact braincase, offering them a new look at pterosaur neuroanatomy. The researchers named the new species Allkaruen koi. All means "brain," and karuen means "ancient," in Tehuelche, a language indigenous to Patagonia. Read more: Live Science 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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