To celebrate Earth Day 2016, we have compiled some of the amazing archeological finds that our Earth has been hiding since last Earth Day. From ancient crowns to incredible animals and intricate buildings—and that’s only within one year of discovery.
1. Winged Dinosaur Discovered in China (Video)
“Strange wing” is what its name “Yi qi” translates to in English. Based on the remains, it has been estimated that the dinosaur lived about 160 million years ago, making it one of the earliest known birds to have ever existed.
2. The 6,000-Year-Old Crown Found in a Dead Sea Cave
Left: The oldest crown in the world, found in the Nahal Mishmar Hoard. (Hanay/Wikimedia Commons) Background: The Dead Sea Xta11/Wikimedia Commons
