A 30,000-year-old mummified ground squirrel from the ice age has been discovered by a gold miner. The grapefruit-sized lump was found in 2018 by the miner and was initially unidentifiable, but X-ray scans have since revealed its true origin. The discovery sheds light on the habitats and lifeforms of ancient times and provides valuable insight for researchers studying prehistoric periods. The mummified remains have been preserved in permafrost, which helps to maintain the integrity of the specimen. This unique discovery adds to the list of ancient creatures that have been found in permafrost, including mammoths and dire wolves.
30,000-Year-Old Mummified Ground Squirrel Discovered by Gold Miner
X-ray scans have revealed this grapefruit-sized lump is actually a 30,000-year-old mummified ground squirrel from the ice age. A gold miner found the mysterious fur ball in 2018.
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