TED Talks Daily The dinosaur detectives of real-life Jurassic parks | Martin Lockley
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May 26, 2023 Paleontologist Martin Lockley dives into the fascinating world of dinosaur footprints, revealing how these ancient tracks offer more insight into their behaviors than bones alone. From Colorado's 'dinosaur lover's lane' to South Korea's shoreline, he showcases the importance of preserving these traces. Discover how footprints can unravel the everyday life of dinosaurs like T. rex and Stegosaurus, making them key to understanding their history.
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Trace Fossils vs. Bones
- Dinosaur footprints, or trace fossils, reveal more about dinosaur behavior than bones.
- Footprints offer a dynamic view of daily life, unlike static skeletons.
Korean Dinosaur Coast
- The South Korean coast reveals layers of dinosaur footprints, showcasing diverse species.
- These footprints range from fast theropods to giant sauropods and even bipedal crocodiles.
Dinosaur Courtship
- In Colorado, amateurs discovered dinosaur "pseudo-nests", traces of courtship displays.
- This discovery provides evidence of complex mating rituals in dinosaurs, linking them to modern birds.