Prehistoric carnivore dubbed 'scarface' discovered in Zambia
Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 15:50
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Scientists have identified a new species of pre-mammal in what is now Zambia. Thanks to a unique groove on the animal's upper jaw, it was dubbed Ichibengops, which combines the local Bemba word for scar, and the common Greek suffix for face. Put simply: Scarface.