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Scientists are sharing the details of a newly discovered dinosaur, 'Musango'
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points The dinosaur, named Musango, is a relatively small creature, standing about 5-feet tall at the hip. The research on this dinosaur was published in July, although the fossils were initially found in 2018.
Details have emerged about a dinosaur discovery. The dinosaur, named Musango, is a relatively small creature, standing about 5-feet tall at the hip. It is considered an early version of reptiles that evolved into larger dinosaurs.
Further information about Musango is available, including the circumstances of its discovery. The research on this dinosaur was published in July, although the fossils were initially found in 2018.
Musango is noted as a rare find, with more details available from the Museum of Natural History and other sources.
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Published: September 2, 2026 ·
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