SMRTR Science & EngineeringSep 16, 2024The Guardian

‘Entire ecosystem’ of fossils 8.7m years old found under Los Angeles high school

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Ancient marine fossils, including a saber-toothed salmon and megalodon shark, were discovered beneath San Pedro High School in Los Angeles. The finds, dating back 8.7 million years, reveal a rich prehistoric ecosystem and offer valuable insights into ancient marine life, with fossils now distributed to various research and educational institutions.

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