PolicyTuesday, October 6, 2026Mongabay
New crocodile species found fossilized in stone used to build Egypt’s Great Sphinx
Researchers have discovered a new species of long-snouted crocodile, dating back 45 million years, fossilized in the limestone used to construct Egypt’s Great Sphinx. This finding not only enhances our understanding of ancient biodiversity but also highlights the importance of preserving fossil sites within significant archaeological locations.
