Fossil Record Reveals Ancient Equisetales in Serra do Buçaco
What are Equisetales?
Equisetales, commonly known as horsetails, are a group of fern-like plants that have been around for over 300 million years.
They're characterized by their jointed stems and whorls of leaves.
Extinct Species Discovered
Researchers have recently discovered the fossilized remains of an extinct species of Equisetales in Serra do Buçaco, Portugal.
The fossils date back to the Late Jurassic period, about 150 million years ago.
The discovery provides new insights into the evolution of Equisetales and the ancient ecosystem of Serra do Buçaco.
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