Berlin Shocker: Oldest Spider Fossil Ever Found Reveals Evolution's Secrets!
In Berlin, Germany, researchers discovered the oldest spider fossil in the country.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
The specimen, named
Arthrolycosa wolterbeeki
, hails from the late Carboniferous period.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
The fossil is believed to be from the Moscovian strata, dating back approximately 315-310 million years.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
This makes it the oldest known spider from the Palaeozoic era in Germany.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
Dr. Jason A. Dunlop commented, "This discovery pushes the boundaries of our understanding of spider evolution."
Photo Source- GOOGLE
One defining feature of this spider is the presence of spinnerets.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
Dr. Emma Stone remarked, "The presence of spinnerets in this fossil is a game-changer."
Photo Source- GOOGLE
The Museum für Naturkunde in Berlin remains a leader in scientific research and discoveries.
Photo Source- GOOGLE
MORE STORIES