Unusual dinosaur tracks in Scotland reveal an ancient watering hole.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tamisiea, Jack 3 of 3

Abstract

Researchers have discovered unusual dinosaur tracks in Scotland's Isle of Skye, which were initially mistaken for fish burrows. These tracks, dating back to the Jurassic period 167 million years ago, reveal a watering hole where predatory dinosaurs and their prey left overlapping footprints. The site, known as Prince Charles's Point, features an unusually high number of three-toed tracks from theropod dinosaurs, suggesting that megalosaurs congregated in the area for water. The discovery sheds light on the ancient ecosystem of Scotland and its significance in both natural history and human history, as Prince Charles Edward Stuart once sought refuge at the site in 1746. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:184234237
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