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DNA Reveals Origin of Ancient Egyptian Mummified Crocodiles

Modern DNA analysis has finally revealed the origin of thousands of crocodiles mummified by ancient Egyptians at Kom Ombo.

3 Aug, 11:22 — 3 Aug, 11:22
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual23d ago

Ancient Egyptians mummified thousands of crocodiles at Kom Ombo. Modern DNA has finally revealed where the sacred reptiles came from

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By TOI World Desk

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