New Study Challenges Dinosaur Origin of Griffin Myth

Researchers find no compelling evidence linking Protoceratops fossils to the ancient griffin legend.

The theory that griffins were inspired by Protoceratops fossils has been widely accepted for over 30 years.
University of Portsmouth paleontologists re-evaluated fossil records and historical sources.
No gold has been found near Protoceratops fossil sites, contradicting the gold prospector connection.
Griffin art's geographic spread does not align with the proposed fossil origin story.
Experts argue griffins are more likely imaginative combinations of living animals.