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A paleontological site was located by Alain Cabot in Mèze in Hérault County in the south of France.

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Photo : J. PEZIN

It was discovered in strata dating from the Upper Cretaceous Period of the Mesozoic Era (75 to 65 million years ago), consisting of layers of yellow ochre clay interspersed with several layers of calcareous sandstone incorporating plant roots. The site is particularly interesting on account of its size (15 sq miles) and its geographical position.