Student Was On A Field Trip To A Coal Mine When He Unearthed Signs Of A Wild Ancient Creature

Tucked away in northern Colombia, the Cerrejón coal mine is a vital part of the nations economy. After all, this pit pumps out a whopping 30 million tons of coal every year But what many people dont realize, though, is that it has also proved to be a crucial historical site, rich in ancient fossils that describe a world that existed over 60 million years ago. During a field trip to Cerrejón, one local university student stumbled upon several jawdropping artifacts, including a colossalsized ancient creature that archaeologists didnt even know Student field trip Paleontology education Paleontological research Fossilized evidence Paleozoology Megafauna Evolutionary biology Excavation process Fossil identification Prehistoric ecosystems Scientific analysis Paleontological preservation Educational experiences Help us to 100, 000 Subscribers .