Trilobite

450-Million-Year-Old Arthropod Fossil Unveiled: A New Species Discovered

Astonishing discovery of a 450-million-year-old fossil arthropod, Lomankus edgecombei, unveils new insights into the evolution of ancient life. This well-preserved specimen, found in iron pyrite, highlights the adaptability of arthropods and challenges previous extinction theories. Led by Associate Professor Luke Parry from the University of Oxford, this groundbreaking research emphasizes the significance of megacheirans in understanding the complex history of life on Earth.