Urumaco is a town located in the Falcón State of Venezuela. It is primarily recognized as a significant site for paleontology due to its extensive fossil history.
The region's arid climate contributes to the visibility of these remains, as they are not obscured by dense vegetation. The fossils were first identified by geologists who discovered them while searching for oil, a resource that is abundant in various parts of the country. Urumaco is considered the most fossil-rich zone in northern South America.