Zimbabwe's dinosaurs were different from South Africa's: New species offers clues

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What happened

Africa boasts up to 25% of Earth's animal and plant species.

This diversity is driven by varied habitats: harsh deserts, vast grasslands, dense forests, towering mountains, lush coastlines and teeming seas.

Key facts

  • Africa boasts up to 25% of Earth's animal and plant species.
  • Reported by Phys.org and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:30:01 UTC.

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