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Daily Mail headline says scientists plan to dig up the formation

7 April 2025 · by Noah's Ark Scans

The Daily Mail reported plans to excavate the boat-shaped mound, while quoting Andrew Jones that excavation would come only after non-destructive tests and a preservation plan.

Details

Noah's Ark Scans posted in April 2025 that no excavation was happening that year; IFLScience (14 May 2025) also said the team had no immediate plans to excavate.

Claimant: Noah's Ark Scans
People involved: Andrew Jones
Site: Durupınar formation

Sources (3)

Has Noah's Ark been found? Scientists reveal plans to dig up boat-shaped mound in Turkey (opens in a new tab)
Daily Mail · published 7 Apr 2025
Noah's Ark Project News & Media Coverage (opens in a new tab)
Noah's Ark Scans · published Apr 2025
Durupınar Site: A Ship-Shaped Mystery In Turkey Evokes Biblical Myths (opens in a new tab)
IFLScience · published 14 May 2025

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