New Dinosaur Species Fona herzogae Unearthed in Utah

Paleontologists reveal a 99-million-year-old, burrowing herbivore with unique adaptations for subterranean life.

Fona herzogae, a dog-sized herbivore, was discovered in Utah's Cedar Mountain Formation.
The dinosaur's anatomical features indicate it lived partially underground, with strong muscles and a fused pelvis for digging.
Well-preserved fossils suggest it was covered in colorful feathers and lived in small groups.
Researchers believe Fona herzogae's burrowing behavior contributed to its exceptional fossil preservation.
This discovery expands our understanding of dinosaur diversity and mid-Cretaceous ecosystems.