This tiny mammal survived the dinosaur apocalypse and changed life on Earth

ScienceDaily
Apr 27, 2026, 10:58 am128 ptsTrending
A newly discovered prehistoric mammal may hold clues to how life survived the dinosaur-killing extinction. The tiny species, Cimolodon desosai, lived 75 million years ago and had traits—like a small body and varied diet—that likely boosted survival odds. Found in Baja California, the fossil includes rare…

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