How findings of unusual red rocks are changing the way fossils are found in Australia

At a location known as McGraths Flat, paleontologists and geologists from the Australian Museum Research Institute have uncovered fossils that are exceptionally well preserved, altering our previous understanding of the process of finding fossils.

These fossils were located within red rocks and reveal minute details that are rarely observed, including soft tissues and even cellular structures.

Image: Image by Australian Museum and Salty Dingo

Produced By: Thomas Koutis

Featured In Story: Tara Djokic – Scientific Officer in the Paleontology Collection at the Australian Museum Research Institute, Australian Museum

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 15 October 2025