Mark Norell, 68, Discoverer of Links Between Dinosaurs and Birds, Dies
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The HN community shared links to learn more about Mark Norell, a renowned paleontologist who discovered links between dinosaurs and birds, after his obituary was posted in the NYT. The discussion was subdued, with users providing additional resources to honor his work.
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