Finding fossils of squirrel-like animal class in 'Ice Age'

On August 23, Argentinian archaeologists announced that a mammal (Animal class) of 25cm long had been discovered, 230 million years ago in the West of this country and shaped like a squirrel 'Scrat'. in the animated film 'Ice Age'.

Finding fossil-shaped fossils 'Scrat' in Argentina's animated film "Ice Age" (Photo: greatlakesledger.com)

The La Matanza National University of Science, Technology and Society said researcher Ricardo Martinez found fossils on the edge of two of the most ancient dinosaurs known to date at the sanctuary. Ischigualasto survives of San Juan province. The specimen with scientific name is Pseudotherium argentinus , living in the Tam Diep century in a warm environment with rich flora.

Researchers believe that the habitat of this species has many ferns and conifers. This species eats insects and smaller animals. Pseudotherium argentinus has a long, flat muzzle and fangs that can be used to trap, trap or prey. On the other hand, according to archaeologists, the males of the aforementioned Animal class are able to use long canines as a way to attract females.

Ischigualasto reserve , known by other names Valle de la Luna , is located in northwestern Argentina. This is one of the many paleontological sites found in this South American country.