New York Man Discovers Mastodon Jaw

Complete mastodon jaw unearthed in New York after homeowner spots teeth in backyard
A complete and well-preserved jaw that once belonged to an ancient mastodon has been unearthed from the yard of a home in New York's Hudson Valley.
New York Homeowners Unearth Complete Mastodon Jaw While Gardening
In Scotchtown, about 70 miles northwest of New York City, one couple came upon an unusual and thrilling paleontological find in their backyard.
Man discovers giant mastodon jaw in his backyard
“When I found the teeth and examined them in my hands, I knew they were something special and decided to call in the experts,” the Orange County resident said in the NYSM’s December 17th announcement, adding that he was “thrilled” by the discovery.
Complete mastodon jaw found in New York homeowner's backyard: 'Remarkable discovery'
A complete mastodon jaw found by a New York homeowner will undergo "extensive scientific analysis" before being put on display to the public.
New York homeowner’s yardwork reveals mastodon jaw
A complete mastodon jaw was unearthed in the backyard of a house in New York, according to the New York State Museum.
Mastodon fossil found in New York. The discovery would be right at home in Michigan
A mastodon jaw fossil was found near a New York home, the first discovery of its kind in over 11 years. Michigan knows a thing or two about mastodons.
Mastodon Bones Found in New York Resident's Backyard
"This discovery is a testament to the rich paleontological history of New York," New York State Museum's Robert Feranec said.
New York Man Digs Up Mastodon Fossil in His Backyard
The proboscidean's jaw was found about 70 miles (112 kilometers) northwest of New York City, and will be put on public display next year.
New York man finds mastodon jaw while gardening in his backyard
Scholars are hailing the discovery of a fossilized mastodon jaw discovered by a man who spotted two giant teeth while gardening at his upstate New York home this year.
Prehistoric mastodon jaw found in backyard of New York home
A backyard in Orange County, New York, became the site of an incredible discovery of a complete mastodon jaw -- the first find like it in New York in more than 11 years.
Mastodon jaw unearthed in New York backyard. See the photos
A complete mastodon jaw was uncovered from the backyard of a residence near Scotchtown in Orange County, according to the New York State Department of Education. A full, well-preserved mastodon jaw belonging to an adult, a piece of a toe bone and a rib fragment were recovered.
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