A full-blown prehistoric ecosystem from nearly 300 million years ago has been discovered thanks to snow melting due to climate change in the Orobie Valtellinesi Park in the province of Sondrio in Northern Italy.
Some of the fossils found in Valtellina. (Photo: ANSA)
The find includes footprints of amphibians and reptiles, but also plants, seeds, skin prints and even raindrops.
Brought to light by the melting of snow and ice caused by climate change, the ecosystem preserves traces of life dating back 280 million years.
The first finds were recovered a few days ago at 3000 meters above sea level with a spectacular operation supported by a helicopter.
They were shown for the first time Wednesday at the Natural History Museum in Milan.
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