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Briefing: Scientists open a million-year-old time capsule beneath New Zealand
Strategic angle: Deep inside a cave, scientists uncovered fossils from 16 species, including a newfound kākāpō ancestor that may have been able to fly.
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Scientists have uncovered fossils dating back one million years within a cave in New Zealand, providing critical insights into the region's ancient biodiversity.
The discovery includes remains from 16 different species, notably a newly identified ancestor of the kākāpō, which may have possessed the ability to fly.
These findings underscore the significant disruptions to ecosystems caused by volcanic eruptions, emphasizing the dynamic nature of New Zealand's prehistoric environment.