Fossilized teeth of a prehistoric giant rat found in Thailand

New prehistoric giant rat species discovered in Thailand from fossil teeth

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Scientists have identified a previously unknown species of giant rodent that lived in southern Thailand 33 to 35 million years ago. The discovery was made based on two fossilized teeth, revealing a rodent weighing around 30 kilograms. This finding provides new insights into prehistoric fauna in the region.

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