Study of Fossilized Feces Reveals Insights into Dinosaurs' Rise
Researchers analyzed over 500 fossilized droppings and vomit to understand how dinosaurs rose to dominate Earth 200 million years ago.
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A recent study published in Nature analyzes over 500 fossilized droppings and vomit from Poland, revealing that early dinosaurs were opportunistic eaters, helping them thrive in changing climates. Researchers found that dietary flexibility was crucial for their dominance during the late Triassic period. The study highlights the importance of fossilized feces in understanding ancient diets, prompting future comparisons with global fossil records to test the findings.
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