Somosaguas fossil site, Paleontological site in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain.
The excavation area contains two distinct fossil zones, Somosaguas North and Somosaguas South, separated by 60 meters of terrain within the university campus.
A geology student discovered bone fragments near the Faculty of Political Sciences in 1989, leading to initial excavations under Professor Nieves López Martínez in 1998.
The site provides educational opportunities through open days and workshops, allowing visitors to learn about paleontological research and fossil extraction techniques.
The site requires advance coordination for visits and is located next to the Faculty of Political Sciences at Complutense University, with regular excavation periods.
Researchers found over 400 fossil teeth in just 50 kilograms of sediment at Somosaguas South, indicating an exceptional concentration of micromammal remains.
Location: Community of Madrid
Location: Pozuelo de Alarcón
Location: Húmera
GPS coordinates: 40.43083,-3.78856
Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:47
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