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Amateur Finds Quebec Impact Crater
Amateur astronomer spots 25km Quebec crater while camping
In brief
Amateur astronomer spots 25km Quebec crater while camping Satellite map observation led to discovery of ancient impact crater Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Satellite Discovery
Amateur astronomer spotted circular feature in Quebec satellite maps while scouting campsite
“I encourage everyone to not ignore intuition or an observation, even if it isn't part of your field of expertise”
25-Km Crater Found
Circular feature near Lake Marsal spans 25 kilometers, named Uhackatik by Innu Council
Impact Evidence
Shatter cones in rock outcrops confirm meteorite impact event
“It's the only unequivocal evidence of an impact event you can see with the naked eye”
Ancient Origin
Impact occurred 390 million years ago during Devonian Period
Larger Than Hiawatha
Uhackatik would be largest crater discovered since Greenland's Hiawatha structure in 2018
Formal Recognition
Meteoritical Society pending formal recognition despite strong evidence
The headline
Satellite map observation led to discovery of ancient impact crater
