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Fossil Shows Early Reptiles Breathed Like Modern Ones
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Fossil Shows Early Reptiles Breathed Like Modern Ones

Scientists have discovered a fossil that shows early reptiles breathed using a rib cage system, similar to modern animals. The discovery was made in Oklahoma and dates back to 280 million years ago. The fossils were well-preserved due to being mummified with fine oxygen-free clay and oil. This breakthrough provides insight into the evolution of breathing in ancient creatures. It also suggests that changes in breathing may have led to other evolutionary innovations.
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