The idea that people and dinosaurs once lived on Earth at the same time looks more like a plot for a fantastic film than reality. But, despite this, a significant part of people in the XXI century still believe in the coexistence of ancient reptiles and homo sapiens. Councils indicate: such ideas are not only popular, but also have deep roots in religious beliefs and cultural myths.

The YouGov study in 2015 showed: 27% of Americans believe that people and dinosaurs probably existed simultaneously. Why this point of view contradicts science, the publication of iflscience said.