Was the mythical dragon real? 240 million years old fossil found in China resemble the legendary beasts
Paleontologists in southwestern China have unearthed fossils of *Dinocephalosaurus orientalis*, a 240-million-year-old marine reptile. This creature, with its exceptionally long neck and snake-like head, bears a striking resemblance to the mythical Chinese dragon. The discovery reveals a unique combination of marine adaptations and reproductive strategies, enhancing our understanding of Triassic evolution and the diversity of…