Briefing: This crocodile ran like a greyhound across prehistoric Britain 200 million years ago

The discovery highlights a Triassic reptile with long legs and a lightweight body, suggesting a specialized adaptation for speed on land.

This reptile likely occupied dry, upland environments, preying on small animals, which indicates a specific ecological niche.

The implications of such adaptations may provide insights into the evolutionary pathways of reptiles and their diversification during the Triassic era.