Dragon of Lingwu

27th February, 2024 CHIRANJIT MITRA CHIRANJIT MITRA

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Introducing Dinocephalosaurus orientalis

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A Dragon-Like Appearance

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Understanding the Past

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Where to Learn More

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Dragon of Lingwu

250-Million-Year-Old Fossil Discovered in China

Introducing Dinocephalosaurus orientalis

A Dragon-Like Appearance

Understanding the Past

Where to Learn More