A complete mastodon jawbone was discovered in a homeowner’s yard in Orange County, New York, marking a notable paleontological find. This is the first discovery of its kind in New York in over 11 years. The homeowner uncovered the bones while digging in his garden, prompting experts from the New York State Museum and SUNY Orange to conduct excavations. The find, which includes well-preserved jawbone fragments and additional bone pieces, promises to enhance understanding of the local ecosystem during the Ice Age and the species’ ecology.