Dinosaur discovery named in Shoshone language

January 31, 2025

North America's oldest dinosaur, found in Wyoming, has been named using the Shoshone language, linking Native cultures with scientific research. This discovery not only sheds light on prehistoric life but also celebrates the importance of Native languages in modern-day scientific contributions.

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