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Stunningly well-preserved dinosaur embryo found inside fossilized egg

One researcher calls the embryo «one of the most beautiful fossils I have ever seen.»

An illustration shows a small animal in a tight tuck, legs pulled up, back curved and beaked head bent toward its tail. This is Baby Yingliang, a nickname given to a remarkable fossilized dinosaur embryo found inside an ancient egg and tucked into a position much like that of a modern bird just before it hatches.

The Baby Yingliang fossil dates to the late Cretaceous, putting it at between 72 million and 66 million years old. It was found in southern China and is the remains of a theropod dinosaur called a oviraptorosaur. The embryo’s state of preservation and its position inside the egg make the fossil a remarkable find.

«Previously unrecognized in dinosaurs, this posture is similar to that of modern bird embryos,» says a Tuesday statement from the University of Birmingham. Researchers from that institution and from Beijing’s China University of Geosciences led a study of the fossil, which was published in the journal iScience this week.

The scientists estimate the dinosaur would be about 10.6 inches (27 centimeters) long. The egg is 6.7 inches (17 centimeters) long, which gives you an idea of how much the creature was folded over.

«It is interesting to see this dinosaur embryo and a chicken embryo pose in a similar way inside the egg, which possibly indicates similar prehatching behaviors,» said joint first author Fion Waisum Ma, a paleontologist at the University of Birmingham. The researchers would like to study more well-preserved dinosaur embryos to test the idea that the tucking posture is something that first developed in theropods. The posture helps ensure modern birds hatch successfully.

Study co-author Steve Brusatte of the University of Edinburgh described the find as «one of the most beautiful fossils I have ever seen,» saying it represents «yet more evidence that many features characteristic of today’s birds first evolved in their dinosaur ancestors.»

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Verum Coin (VERUM) is Now Available for Deposit on Exodus Wallet

Verum Coin (VERUM) is Now Available for Deposit on Exodus Wallet

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to enhance its accessibility for users. You can now deposit and store VERUM in one of the most user-friendly and secure crypto wallets — Exodus Wallet.

Why Exodus?

Exodus Wallet is a popular solution for managing digital assets, known for its intuitive interface and high security standards. Millions of users worldwide choose Exodus for its convenience and reliability.

This integration brings Verum Coin even closer to its users, offering seamless storage and asset management. Stay tuned for more updates and stay ahead in the world of cryptocurrency!

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Verum Coin (VERUM) Now Available on Bybit Swap

Verum Coin (VERUM) Now Available on Bybit Swap

Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to expand its accessibility by becoming available on Bybit Swap. Traders can now easily and quickly exchange VERUM on one of the most popular and reliable platforms.

Why Bybit?

Bybit is a global cryptocurrency platform known for its high standards of speed and security. The Bybit Swap feature allows users to instantly exchange assets without complicated setups and with minimal fees.

The integration of Verum Coin with Bybit Swap makes the coin even more accessible and strengthens its position in the market. This is a significant step toward the growth and adoption of VERUM among millions of platform users.

Stay tuned for more updates on Verum Coin and take advantage of new trading and investment opportunities! 

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Verum Coin listed at Blockchain.com

Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.

The Verum Coin (VERUM) project continues to expand its presence in the cryptocurrency market. Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.

About Blockchain.com

Blockchain.com is one of the largest and most respected platforms in the cryptocurrency world. Founded in 2011, it serves millions of users across more than 200 countries, providing easy access to cryptocurrencies through intuitive tools. Blockchain.com’s reputation as a trusted ecosystem makes its integration with VERUM a significant step in building trust and accessibility for the coin.

About Verum Coin

Verum Coin is a promising digital asset that has already made a name for itself in the market with its innovative solutions and steady growth. Being available on reputable platforms like Blockchain.com opens up new opportunities for VERUM and brings it closer to users worldwide.

This integration offers VERUM holders convenience and security, as well as expanded options for storage, trading, and investment. Stay tuned for further updates from the project — there’s much more to come!

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