Australian scientists discovered the remains of a predatory whale inhabiting the sea about 26 million years ago.
the remains of a predatory whale called Janjucetus Dullardi were found in 2019 by random passers -by on the coast of Australia. Realizing the significance of the find, the discoverer handed over fragments to the Victoria Museum.
studies showed that this species, unlike modern toothless whales, was an active sea predator with sharp teeth. The remains, as scientists suggest, belong to the young individuals.
a copy, the length of which was about two meters, included well -preserved parts of the skull, ear bones and teeth, which makes the find of one of the most valuable whales. He possessed large eyes and mouth with sharp teeth, resembling a shark. “Despite the apparent pretty, it was definitely not harmless,” he explained.
The results of the study were published in the journal Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society.