Chance Rediscovery of Fossils Found in the 1960s Retell the Story of Giant, Globetrotting Amphibian
Approximately 250 million years ago, the remarkable ancestors of modern-day salamanders embarked on an extraordinary journey, swimming from what is now the Norwegian Arctic all the way to the western coast of Australia. This incredible voyage eventually led to the discovery of their fossils, which were initially misidentified by paleontologists. Over time, these fossils traveled across the globe, mirroring the ancient amphibian’s migratory patterns, only to be stored away and largely forgotten. In a delightful twist of fate, the ancient amphibian known as Aphaneramma has now been reunited with its homeland, providing Australian scientists with a unique opportunity to delve












