Scientists discovered a new ancient reptile species named Sonselasuchus cedrus that lived about 225–201 million years ago during the Late Triassic period.
These fossils were found in Petrified Forest National Park, US.
The species belongs to the shuvosaurid group, a lineage of reptiles related to ancient crocodile ancestors within the archosaur group.
The discovery helps scientists understand the evolution and diversity of reptiles that lived alongside early dinosaurs.