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Mountaineer who began fossil hunting after near-death experience discovers rare 'sea dragon'
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Matthew Myerscough began fossil hunting on beaches after becoming trapped in snow on Yr Wyddfa, a mountain in Wales. He discovered a rare marine reptile fossil identified as a sea dragon. The specimen was found during his fossil-hunting activities along the coast. Myerscough reported the discovery to paleontologists who confirmed its classification.
Original reporting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czjlk9rym18o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
