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Newly Described Prehistoric Insect Has Unusual Mouthparts
Original: Check Out the Mouthparts on This New Prehistoric Insect https://nautil.us/check-out-the-mouthparts-on-this-new-prehistor
Scientists have described a new species of prehistoric insect notable for its striking mouthparts, according to a Nautilus piece. Details of the discovery and what the feeding apparatus reveals about the insect's ancient lifestyle are drawing interest from paleontology and entomology enthusiasts. No further specifics on the species, its age, or where it was found are available from the coverage.
Why now: unusual anatomical features in a newly described fossil insect are a novelty for science readers
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- Check Out the Mouthparts on This New Prehistoric Insect https://nautil.us/check-out-the-mouthparts-on-this-new-prehistoric-insect-1285707/ # Science # Paleontology # Insects · nautilus@robot.villas · 3
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