Rare Tusk Fossil From Extinct Mastodon Discovered Off Florida's Gulf Coast

The latest report showed that a fossil-hunting diver discovered a rare fossil off the Florida Gulf Coast. The unique fossil came from a large section of mastodon tusk, which has been long extinct.

Fossils are crucial for researchers in studying prehistoric life and providing new insights about different species that lived thousands or millions of years ago. Using advanced technology, experts can analyze and unearth potential ancient fossils.

Parts of the world's oceans are still considered unexplored due to the complexity and difficulties of navigating the deep oceans. In a significant find, a fossil-hunting diver chanced upon a large section of mastodon tusk off Florida's coast.

Mastodon tusk off Florida Coast

According to a report, Alex Lundberg, a fossil-hunting diver from the South of Florida, discovered a large section of a mastodon tusk. The diver, who also has a marine biology degree, unexpectedly unearthed the rare fossil while navigating the sea flood in the region in April.

The diver was not expecting to find a significant object on the sea floor. The report noted that the tusk was discovered at a depth of about 25 feet near Venice. Additionally, the region is no stranger to other fossil finds. Explorers often find parts or bones of dire wolves, jaguars, and mammoths.

When being examined, the report highlights that the tusk could measure about 1.2 meters and weigh about 31 kilograms. The discovery is considered big and intact, which could offer more information about this species.

According to the report, mastodons, which are related to mammoths and elephants, thrived in North America. Their existence could date back as far as 23 million years. This animal is believed to become extinct about 10,000 years ago.

While the animal was believed to be frequent in North America, Indiana is known to be the mastodon's official state fossil.

While the tusk age is yet to unfold, the report noted that it might have been millions of years ago. Additionally, the museum is expected to analyze the discovery, especially its significance.

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Rare T.Rex Bone Fossil in North Dakota

In North Dakota, a recent Nature World News (NWN) report reported that three boys managed to uncover a rare fossil of Tyrannosaurus rex fossil near the North Dakota badlands, known as The Brothers.

The report explains that the dinosaur's death date was 13 to 15 years ago. Additionally, the Denver Museum is expected to fully reveal the fossil, which will be available to the public.

At first, experts did not recognize the fossil as a T. Rex. However, a closer look confirmed that it belonged to the said dinosaur.

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