- Surprise fossil discoveries push back the evolution of complex animals New Scientist —
- Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals ABC News —
- Humans’ closest invertebrate ancestors date back much further than thought – how we discovered the fossils that show this The Conversation —
- New fossil deposits show complex animal groups predating the Cambrian Ars Technica —
- ‘Big bang’ of animal life may have begun earlier than thought Financial Times —
New fossil discovery in China
The fossils provide a rare glimpse into the transition from simple organisms to complex animal groups.
Researchers found species that predate the Cambrian period, challenging existing theories about the timeline of evolution.
This discovery indicates that the 'big bang' of animal life was a more gradual process than once thought.
The site in Yunnan province has become a focal point for paleontologists worldwide.