Short Wave An 11-Year-old Unearthed Fossils Of The Largest Known Marine Reptile
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Apr 19, 2024 A father-daughter duo on a beach made a thrilling discovery: the fossils of a giant ichthyosaur, the largest known marine reptile measuring over 80 feet long. This find enhances our understanding of these ancient creatures, often dubbed 'giant fish lizards.' The podcast dives into the identification and preservation of this remarkable specimen, setting the stage for its future display in a museum. Tune in to uncover how such discoveries reshape our knowledge of prehistoric life.
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Dark Energy's Role
- Dark energy is believed to be the force behind the universe's accelerating expansion.
- Current models suggest it's constant and will eventually lead to a cold, dark universe where galaxies are no longer visible.
Changing Dark Energy?
- A new 3D map created using DESI suggests dark energy might be weakening.
- This challenges the assumption of constant dark energy and could drastically alter our understanding of the universe's expansion.
Fossil Discovery by Father-Daughter Duo
- An 11-year-old, Ruby Reynolds, and her father discovered fossils of a giant ichthyosaur.
- These fossils, found on a Somerset beach, are from the largest known marine reptile, the Ichthyotitan severnensis.