Thailand has confirmed the discovery of dinosaur footprints dating back roughly 120 million years. The six fossilized footprints were discovered in the northeastern province of Udon Thani.
The site of the footprints—Phu Phrabat National Park in Udon Thani—has been closed off to tourists while scientists conduct inspections. The Department of Mineral Resources confirmed the discovery on Wednesday, writing that the footprints were likely made by theropod (meat-eating) dinosaurs.
Thailand’s Department of Mineral Resources responded in the comments section of his post, acknowledging the post and saying it would investigate the discovery. Geologists are inspecting the site, and the public has been urged not to dig, disturb or move any evidence. The measures are intended to preserve the footprints for further scientific study, with plans to develop the site into an educational attraction following the assessments.
On October 19, park rangers visited the site to examine and measure the footprints. (Also read: 10-year-old’s curiosity leads to discovery of ancient dinosaur footprints on a beach ) Authorities have temporarily closed the area to protect the site from natural erosion and human interference, prohibiting unauthorised access.
