Several vertebrae of a giant dinosaur were discovered in the Cabo Espichel area. This is the most complete set of fossilized remains of a herbivorous dinosaur ever found in Portugal.
The dinosaur belonged to the Cretaceous period and scientists estimate that the fossilized remains are approximately 125 million years old.
The researchers will now proceed with the analysis and identification of the vertebrae to verify which specific species the discovered remains belong to.
This discovery represents a milestone for Portuguese paleontology, offering researchers the opportunity to study an almost complete specimen of a Cretaceous dinosaur, a period poorly documented in the national territory. The results of the scientific analyses could contribute to a better understanding of the fauna that inhabited the Iberian region 125 million years ago.
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