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Scientists make stunning 5,900-year-old discovery buried in the Rocky Mountains: 'A window into [the] past'

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An ancient forest was discovered in the Rocky Mountains during an archaeological survey at Wyoming 's Beartooth Plateau .

Researchers found the clutch of 30 whitebark pine trees were between 5,440 and 5,950 years old .

The discovery allows scientists "a window into [the] past conditions," says professor Cathy Whitlock .

The melting of ancient ice could have profound effects on ecosystems, which might not be fully realized for years .

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