First Dinosaur Fossils Found in Hong Kong Geopark

In a groundbreaking discovery, dinosaur fossils were found for the first time in Hong Kong on the remote Port Island, part of the UNESCO Global Geopark. Experts have identified the fossils as belonging to a large dinosaur from the Cretaceous period, dating approximately 145 to 66 million years ago, although the exact species is yet to be determined. The fossils were discovered in sedimentary rocks and are believed to have been buried by natural events like floods. This discovery challenges previous geological assumptions about Hong Kong, a city with a history of volcanic activity. The site is closed to the public to allow further excavations, but the fossils will be displayed at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. The government plans to open a workshop for public observation of fossil preparation by the end of 2024.