Scientists have identified a new genus of crocodile, Herugavialis cairensis, from a 45-million-year-old fossil in Egypt, notable for its missing snout tip, reminiscent of the Sphinx's absent nose. The study, led by researchers from multiple countries, revealed significant differences from its previously classified genus, prompting a reclassification after nearly a century. The findings shed light on the evolutionary history of crocodiles and their distribution in ancient Mediterranean ecosystems.