Ancient lone star lizard lounged in lush, tropical Texas

Posted on 20 February 2016 by admin

Researchers have discovered a new species of extinct worm lizard in Texas and dubbed it the ‘Lone Star’ lizard. The species — the first known example of a worm lizard in Texas — offers evidence that Texas acted as a subtropical refuge during one of the great cooling periods of the past.
Paleontology News — ScienceDaily

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