Dinosaur Footprints Discovered in Australian High School

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
After 20 years, a high school in Australia discovered a beige boulder in its foyer contained 66 fossilized footprints from 47 individual dinosaurs dating back nearly 200 million years ago. The discovery is considered the highest number of dinosaur footprints found in a single slab in Australia.

Key Points

  • 66 fossilized footprints from 47 individual dinosaurs found in a boulder at a high school in Australia
  • Discovery sheds light on the Jurassic period in Australia
  • Considered the highest number of dinosaur footprints found in a single slab in Australia

Pros

  • Significant discovery shedding light on the Jurassic period in Australia
  • Educational opportunity for students and community

Cons

  • Boulder may need to be relocated for more public access