Why it worked
The post leverages a dramatic and universally known historical event (dinosaur extinction) with striking visuals and concise, impactful text. The "mystery" of the crater's late discovery and the implied promise of more fascinating stories create curiosity, driving engagement and follows.
Summary
This post details the Chicxulub impact event, which occurred 66 million years ago and led to the extinction of 75% of life on Earth, including the dinosaurs. It highlights that the resulting 93-mile-wide crater was only discovered in 1991 and emphasizes how this event fundamentally changed the course of life on the planet.