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A rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica is found tucked away in a drawer
By Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Scientists have stumbled on a rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica, tucked away for decades in a drawer.The bone comes from the tail of a long-necked, plant-eating dinosaur called a titanosaur. Scientists haven't yet identified the species it belongs to. It was discovered in 1985 during an expedi...
Key takeaway It was discovered in 1985 during an expedition to Antarctica's James Ross Island and collected by geologist Mike Thomson.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The discovery of a rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica, tucked away in a drawer for decades, has significant implications for the scientific community in the Houston area. As a major hub for fossil research and home to numerous institutions dedicated to paleontology, the Houston area is likely to play a role in further analyzing the fossil. The fact that the fossil was identified as belonging to a titanosaur, a long-necked, plant-eating dinosaur, raises interesting questions about the prehistoric environment of Antarctica, which was once populated by lush forests. This finding may also spark collaborations between local researchers and international institutions, such as the British Antarctic Survey, to uncover more secrets about the region's ancient past. With the presence of top-notch research facilities in the Houston area, it will be interesting to see if local scientists contribute to future studies on this remarkable fossil.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Scientists have stumbled on a rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica, tucked away for decades in a drawer.The bone comes from the tail of a long-necked, plant-eating dinosaur called a titanosaur. Scientists haven't yet identified the species it belongs to. It was discovered in 1985 during an expedi...
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