Philip Mannion

Anjali Goswami and Philip Mannion delve into the extraordinary evolutionary journey of crocodiles, revealing their dominance during the Triassic period with formidably large ancestors. They discuss how these reptiles thrived through mass extinctions, adapting to diverse habitats over millions of years. The conversation highlights recent advances in studying their evolution, like CT scans and ancient DNA, debunking the myth of crocodiles as 'living fossils' while addressing their current vulnerabilities in a changing climate.