Sanga da Alemoa, Paleontological site in Santa Maria, Brazil
The excavation site contains fossils from the Caturrita and Santa Maria formations, located in the Castelinho district of Rio Grande do Sul state.
In 1901, geographer Antero de Almeida discovered the first animal fossils in the creeks running through the Alemoa district, establishing this research location.
The site represents a central part of Brazilian paleontology research, contributing to the discovery of multiple dinosaur species and prehistoric reptile remains.
Researchers can access the site through Santa Maria city, with the nearest urban area of Itaimbé Park situated 3.6 kilometers from the location.
The excavation yielded Staurikosaurus pricei, the first Brazilian dinosaur discovery, marking one of the earliest dinosaur findings in global paleontology.
GPS coordinates: -29.69778,-53.76944
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:45
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