New long-clawed British dinosaur species found in museum storage
Researchers identified a new theropod dinosaur species from the Isle of Wight after rediscovering its fossilized skull in London museum collections.
Rediscovered fossil skull details
Paleontologist Paul Barrett examined stored specimens and recognized a small bone fragment as part of a dinosaur braincase. This discovery revealed the remains belong to a two-legged meat-eating theropod dating back roughly 120 million years. The specific find was originally located on a beach near Sudmoor Point before being cataloged in London.
Unique characteristics of species
Detailed study confirmed the fossil represents a new species named Invictibellatrix amberina that is unlike anything previously found on the island. This specimen holds the distinction of being the first long-clawed dinosaur of its kind discovered in Europe. The Natural History Museum now houses this unique piece among over 30 million other specimens.
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