DISCOVERY of an unusual fossil on the isle of Skye could significantly advance scientists’ understanding of prehistoric times in the region.
The fossil, from the jawbone of a small crocodile-like creature, was found near Duntulm Castle on the north coast of the island and is thought to be approximately 170 million years old.
Skye is one of the few places in the world where freshwater crocodile-like fossils from this period, known as the middle jurassic, can be found and the discovery will aid scientists’ understanding of prehistoric animals of this type.