Sensational new discovery of Dodo bones on Mauritius

On Friday, October 28, 2005, a Dutch-Mauritian research team discovered the very first intact layer of bones and botanical materials, including Dodo remains. The material's age is estimated at 2000 to 3000 years. This new find will allow for the first scientific research into and reconstruction of the world in which the Dodo (Raphus cucullatus) lived, before western man landed on Mauritius and wiped out the species.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news9352.html">Sensational new discovery of Dodo bones on Mauritius</a></p> <p>On Friday, October 28, 2005, a Dutch-Mauritian research team discovered the very first intact layer of bones and botanical materials, including Dodo remains. The material's age is estimated at 2000 to 3000 years. This new find will allow for the first scientific research into and reconstruction of the world in which the Dodo (<i>Raphus cucullatus</i>) lived, before western man landed on Mauritius and wiped out the species.</p>