Ashfall Fossil Beds receive national designation LINCOLN, NE (NET Radio) - Ashfall Fossil Beds near Royal contain the preserved remains of hundreds of rhinoceroses, camels, birds, turtles and other animals. The 12-million-year-old fossils have been named a National Natural Landmark, a designation that recognizes important sites to the country's national history.

A dedication ceremony begins at 1:15 p.m. Saturday.

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