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New species of proto-amphibian described by students, named in honor of their mothers

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What happened

Around 309 million years ago, long before the dinosaurs, the area around Chicago was a swampy river delta swarming with early land-dwelling animals, giant insects and strange swimming animals.

Key facts

  • Around 309 million years ago, long before the dinosaurs, the area around Chicago was a swampy river delta swarming with early land-dwelling animals, giant insects and strange swimming animals.
  • Reported by Phys.org and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:00:01 UTC.

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