New Dinosaur Species Identified in England

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
New dinosaur species, Comptonatus chasei, identified in England with 149 bones, believed to be the most complete dinosaur found in the UK in the last 100 years. Steve Brusatte discusses unique discovery of dinosaur tracks in Texas.

Key Points

  • Comptonatus chasei, herbivore from Cretaceous period, discovered in England
  • Skeleton with 149 bones found on Isle of Wight
  • Comptonatus chasei named after fossil hunter Nick Chase

Pros

  • Unique discovery of dinosaur tracks in Texas
  • Most complete dinosaur found in the UK in the last 100 years

Cons

  • None identified