1 The Tracks Are 113 Million Years Old
According to Stephanie Salinas Garcia, a spokesperson at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Texas, a recent drought unveiled large tracks from 113 million years ago belonging to a prehistoric beast – and the photos are absolutely stunning. Keep reading to see the video.
2 They Belonged to a Acrocanthosaurus
“Most tracks that have recently been uncovered and discovered at different parts of the river in the park belong to Acrocanthosaurus. This was a dinosaur that would stand, as an adult, about 15 feet tall and (weigh) close to seven tons,” she told CNN in an email.
3 There Are Also Sauroposeidon Tracks
The Acrocanthosaurus isn’t the only dinosaur whose tracks were identified at the popular Glen Rose, Texas park. There are also tracks from a Sauroposeidon, a 60-foot tall, 44 ton dinosaur.
4 The Tracks Were Revealed Due to Excessive Drought
According to the park, the tracks were revealed as a result of the area’s excessive drought this summer. Garcia explained that they were previously underneath the water, and filled with sediment, making them less visible. When the rain returns, the tracks will likely be covered again. “While these newer dinosaur tracks were visible for a brief amount of time, it brought about the wonder and excitement about finding new dinosaur tracks at the park,” Garcia said. “Dinosaur Valley State Park will continue to protect these 113-million year-old tracks not only for present, but future generations.”
5 Go Visit Now
“Being able to find these discoveries and experience new dinosaur tracks is always an exciting time at the park!” Garcia added. “Right now, due to the very low river conditions, more tracks are now visible than under normal conditions,” the park said in a separate social media post. “So if you are wanting to find tracks and explore that aspect of the park, it is a great time to visit!“ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb
