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By tooth and nail: Uncovering the ancient history of marsupials

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What can your teeth tell about you?

Maybe how well you brush them, or in an unfortunate situation what you ate in your previous meal. But for a paleontologist, teeth are a treasure trove of information, helping uncover new species and the ancient history of the Australian continent.

Join our host, Inna as she chats with Antonia Parker who explores the ancient history of Australian marsupials… By looking at their teeth!!

This video illustrates a limestone fossil deposit and how to dig for fossils: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EMRujEbhQQ