Construction at Dinosaur National Monument Uncovers Ancient Fossils, Prompting First Major Excavation in Over 100 Years

Construction activities at Dinosaur National Monument have led to the discovery of new fossils, including approximately 20 feet of a long-necked dinosaur's skeleton. Paleontologists believe additional bones may be buried at the site, marking the first excavation there in more than a century. The find occurred during recent digs, highlighting the monument's ongoing significance for paleontological research and cultural heritage.