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Shakira: New Fossil Turtle Species Discovered in Colombia » Latinapress News

A new genus and species of fossil turtles was found in the desert of Tatacoa in the southern center of Colombia, as recently confirmed by the paleontologist team responsible for the study. The species was named "Shakiremys colombiana" in honour of the well-known singer Shakira, who was born in this coffee growing area. The specimen consists of a complete skull and two connected tank plates, [...] The post Shakira: New fossil turtle species in Co…
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A new genus and species of fossil turtles was found in the desert of Tatacoa in the southern center of Colombia, as recently confirmed by the paleontologist team responsible for the study. The species was named "Shakiremys colombiana" in honour of the well-known singer Shakira, who was born in this coffee growing area. The specimen consists of a complete skull and two connected tank plates, [...] The post Shakira: New fossil turtle species in Co…

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latinapress Nachrichten broke the news in on Monday, November 24, 2025.
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