69-Million-Year-Old Fossil Bird Skull in Antarctica Sheds Light on Waterfowl Evolution

Scientists have analysed a nearly complete fossilised bird skull found in Antarctica, dating back 69 million years. Identified as Vegavis iaai, the specimen is closely related to modern ducks and geese, with skull features supporting its classification as a waterfowl. Researchers suggest that its advanced vision and motor skills could have helped in hunting. The disco…

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