Jurassic Fossils from Isle of Skye Unveil Early Mammal Longevity

New discoveries show early mammals grew slowly and lived longer than their modern counterparts, offering insights into mammalian evolution.

Two rare Krusatodon kirtlingtonensis fossils were found on Scotland's Isle of Skye.
Advanced X-ray imaging revealed these early mammals lived up to seven years.
Fossils include the only known juvenile Jurassic mammal skeleton.
Findings suggest early mammals matured slowly compared to today's small mammals.
Research highlights the evolutionary success of mammals over millions of years.