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Meet Breugnathair elgolensis: a newly discovered species of ancient reptile that inhabited what is now Scotland 167 million years ago. An international team of paleontologists made the discovery after ...

“We’re a little different than the other reptile shows,” says Saravo, who founded the event. “The expo creates a hands-on educational experience for everyone who comes through the door. People can ...

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