New Jersey is a fossil hotspot, with answers about the day the dinosaurs died

Ken Lacovara's unexpected discovery in a New Jersey suburb has turned it into a significant fossil park and museum, revealing crucial data about the asteroid that led to the extinction of dinosaurs. This find not only highlights New Jersey's role as a fossil hotspot but also provides insights into the catastrophic event that reshaped Earth's ecosystems. The implications of this discovery underscore the importance of continued paleontological research to understand major historical events that shaped our planet.