https://www.mondialnews.com/2025/11/17/discovery-of-ancient-tree-climbing-drop-crocs-unearths-australias-prehistoric-secrets/
Researchers in Australia have uncovered compelling evidence of ancient crocodile species that once exhibited tree-climbing behavior, challenging long-held perceptions of these reptiles as exclusively aquatic predators. Dubbed “drop crocs,” these prehistoric creatures are believed to have used arboreal habitats to ambush prey, offering fresh insights into crocodilian evolution and ecology. The discovery, detailed in a recent BBC report, sheds light on Australia’s rich paleontological history and opens new avenues for understanding the diversity of ancient reptile lifestyles.
Evidence Reveals Ancient Crocodiles Adapted to Tree-Climbing in Australian Ecosystems
Groundbreaking fossil discoveries from northern Australia have upended previous assumptions about crocodilian lifestyle and adaptability. Newly analyzed skeletal remains reveal that some prehistoric crocodiles possessed specialized limbs and claws, enabling them to navigate arboreal environments with surprising agility. These…
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Author : Miles Cooper
Publish date : 2025-11-17 20:23:00
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