The Yixian Formation, discovered in the 1980s, holds an extraordinary array of exceptionally preserved fossils, providing insights into a lush ecosystem from 120 to 130 million years ago.
Unlike the often fragmentary fossils unearthed globally, the Yixian fossils were intact, featuring complete creatures with internal organs, fur, feathers, and even stomach contents.
The previous theory likening the fossil preservation to Pompeii has been overturned, with recent findings indicating that more commonplace natural processes were responsible for the remarkable preservation.
These discoveries have highly revolutionized our understanding of paleontology, especially the evolution of feathered dinosaurs and their undeniable connection to modern birds.
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