They study turtle footprints to interpret animal tracks from millions of years ago

A research team from the University of Cantabria is currently analyzing the gait and footprints of modern turtles. The study aims to gather biomechanical data that can be applied to the interpretation of fossilized tracks left by extinct species millions of years ago. By understanding the movement patterns of extant animals, researchers hope to gain new insights into the behavior and locomotion of prehistoric creatures.