New dinosaur species named after fossil analysis
Palaeontologists have identified a new species of dinosaur - 125 years after its fossil was found.
www.bbc.co.ukHere are the latest verified reports on new dinosaur species from reputable outlets:
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Joaquinraptor casali identified in Argentina (Patagonia), a megaraptoran from around 66–70 million years ago. The find is notable for having one of the most complete skeletons among megaraptorans, including skull and limb elements, and was reported in Nature Communications with publication in 2025. This adds to the diversity of megaraptorans known from South America and helps illuminate their anatomy and possible diets.[1][2]
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A new dome-headed dinosaur species reported from fossils in Montana (USA), described by paleontologists as a distinct new species discovered at a notable fossil site. The report appeared in late 2025 and highlights continued updates to thyreophoran diversity in North America.[3]
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Other pockets of activity include Chilean finds (Gonkoken-like lineages) and ongoing discoveries in Mongolia and China, with several 2025–2026 reports emphasizing new taxa and revisions to existing groups. Examples include Chilean and Mongolian finds highlighted by major outlets and science channels in 2023–2026, illustrating the global pace of new dinosaur descriptions.[4][5]
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A 2025 BBC report notes a newly named dinosaur species based on fossil analysis, underscoring how re-examined or newly uncovered fossils can yield formal descriptions years after discovery.[8]
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A 2026 ITV/colleague reporting track mentions exhibitions and potential new taxa being described or described recently, indicating continuing activity in paleontology with new species names arising as analyses complete.[7]
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Citations:
- Joaquinraptor casali discovery details and completeness:[2][1]
- Montana dome-headed dinosaur discovery:[3]
- Chilean/Gonkoken-related and other 2023–2026 finds:[5][4]
- 2025 BBC notes on a new dinosaur by fossil analysis:[8]
- ITV 2026 coverage on new taxa/exhibitions:[7]