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The remains of the 'dog-bear', the fearsome predator that disappeared 16 million years ago, have been discovered: the discovery of archaeologists in Catalonia
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The remains of the 'dog-bear', the fearsome predator that disappeared 16 million years ago, have been discovered: the discovery of archaeologists in Catalonia

Paleontologists in Catalonia have discovered the remains of a new species of extinct carnivore, named Paludocyon moyasolai, dating back approximately 15.9 million years. The find was made at the Els Casots site near Subirats, where fossil remains had been stored for decades. The discovery includes a partially deformed but largely complete skull and well-preserved teeth, which helped scientists identify the species. This 'bear-dog' belonged to the amphicyonids, an ancient group of predators now extinct. The study highlights the biodiversity of the Miocene-era Catalan environment, which featured wetlands, forests, and diverse fauna. The naming of the species honors Dr. Salvador Moyà-Solà, a key figure in Iberian paleontology who worked at the site.

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The remains of the 'dog-bear', the fearsome predator that disappeared 16 million years ago, have been discovered: the discovery of archaeologists in Catalonia

Paleontologists in Catalonia have discovered the remains of a new species of extinct carnivore, named Paludocyon moyasolai, dating back approximately 15.9 million years. The find was made at the Els Casots site near Subirats, where fossil remains had been stored for decades. The discovery includes a partially deformed but largely complete skull and well-preserved teeth, which helped scientists identify the species. This 'bear-dog' belonged to the amphicyonids, an ancient group of predators now extinct. The study highlights the biodiversity of the Miocene-era Catalan environment, which featured wetlands, forests, and diverse fauna. The naming of the species honors Dr. Salvador Moyà-Solà, a key figure in Iberian paleontology who worked at the site.

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