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Exceptionally preserved fossils from Wurzburg, Germany, suggest new theory of fossil formation
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Exceptionally preserved fossils from Wurzburg, Germany, suggest new theory of fossil formation

Posted on April 1, 2017 by sarah • 2 Comments

A treasure trove of exceptionally preserved fossils has been discovered in Würzburg, Germany. The finds, which include perfectly preserved specimens of birds, insects and plants, have already been dubbed the ‘Lügensteine formation’, and may overturn accepted theories as to how fossils are created. Continue reading →

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