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A forgotten fossil just revealed a new Triassic predator from 210 million years ago

So, researchers have uncovered a fascinating new species from a fossil that had been sitting around for decades! Named Eosphorosuchus lacrimosa, this creature lived alongside its relative Hesperosuchus agilis about 210 million years ago. It's amazing to think that these early crocodile relatives were adapted for different hunting styles, showcasing the diversity of life during the late Triassic. The discovery sheds light on how these proto-crocs were evolving just before the rise of dinosaurs.
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