15. Pliosaur Fossils in Lyme Regis
In a groundbreaking find off the Jurassic Coast, fishermen dredging nets near Lyme Regis recovered massive pliosaur bones, including vertebrae and jaw fragments. Some remains suggest individuals exceeding eight meters, rivaling top marine predators of the Late Jurassic. Detailed analysis, featured in BBC News, offers new insights into marine reptile ecology. CT scans and 3D models reveal pliosaur skulls could generate immense bite forces. These finds reshape Mesozoic marine food web models, highlighting giant predators’ role in prehistoric ocean ecosystems.
