Tag: Dorset
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Sword Dragon of Dorset: Newly Identified Ichthyosaur Xiphodracon goldencapensis
Introduction: A unique find on the Jurassic Coast A near-complete skeleton discovered on Dorset’s Jurassic coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur, a marine reptile that ruled ancient oceans. The specimen, named Xiphodracon goldencapensis — the “sword dragon of Dorset” — is the only known example of its kind. Its discovery adds…
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Sword Dragon Unearthed: The New Ichthyosaur Xiphodracon goldencapensis
Discovery on the Jurassic Coast A near-complete skeleton found along Dorset’s famed Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur, a marine reptile that dominated ancient seas. The specimen, named Xiphodracon goldencapensis — the “sword dragon of Dorset” — stands out as the only known example of its kind and offers a…
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Dorset’s Sword Dragon: A New Ichthyosaur Species Unearthed on the Jurassic Coast
New Find on the Jurassic Coast Sheds Light on an Ancient Ocean The Dorset coast continues to yield remarkable clues about Earth’s deep history. A near-complete skeleton of a marine reptile has been identified as a brand-new ichthyosaur species, expanding our understanding of life in the Jurassic seas. Scientists have named this dolphin-sized predator Xiphodracon…
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Sword Dragon of Dorset: New Ichthyosaur Xiphodracon goldencapensis Unearthed on Jurassic Coast
Introduction: A New Echo from the Jurassic Coast A near-complete skeleton found along the Jurassic Coast in Dorset has been identified as a brand-new species of ichthyosaur, a group of prehistoric marine reptiles that swam the seas from the Early Jurassic to the Late Cretaceous. The newly named Xiphodracon goldencapensis, nicknamed the “Sword Dragon of…
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Are Smartphones Becoming Almost Essential for Dorset’s Youth? A Closer Look
Smartphones and the Dorset Youth: A Growing Essential In Dorset, as in much of Britain, smartphones are increasingly present in the daily lives of young people. A recent discussion at a youth group in Poole highlighted a familiar tension: devices that help kids stay connected and feel safer can also contribute to anxiety, peer pressure,…
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Are smartphones becoming almost essential for Dorset’s youth?
Smartphones: a lifeline and a pressure point for Dorset’s young people In Poole, Dorset, young people describe smartphones as both a safety net and a source of anxiety. A recent discussion at a Smartphone Free Childhood event, featuring local authorities, educators, and health experts, highlighted how these devices shape daily life for children and teenagers.…
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Emergency scene at Weymouth Pavilion: Coastguard helicopter, police and ambulances respond
Live update: Weymouth Pavilion incident underway Emergency services are currently responding to an incident near Weymouth Pavilion in Dorset. While details remain limited, multiple police cars and ambulances have been seen in the area, and a Coastguard helicopter was reported to have landed on the beach before taking off again. The situation is developing, and…
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Emergency response at Weymouth Pavilion: Coastguard helicopter lands as incident unfolds
Breaking developments at Weymouth Pavilion Emergency services have been responding to an incident at Weymouth Pavilion in Dorset, with police cars, ambulances, and a Coastguard helicopter reported in the area. At this stage, officials have not released a formal statement about the nature of the incident, and information is still developing. What is known so…