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A recent discovery of a saber-toothed cat cub provides unprecedented insight into Ice Age predators.
Scientists find a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten in the Siberian permafrost
A 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cub discovery provides unprecedented insights into its physical characteristics and adaptations from a unique permafrost preservation.
Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in Siberia
Scientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
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A recent discovery of a saber-toothed cat cub provides unprecedented insight into Ice Age predators.
Scientists find a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten in the Siberian permafrost
A 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cub discovery provides unprecedented insights into its physical characteristics and adaptations from a unique permafrost preservation.
Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in Siberia
Scientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
An intact 80-million-year-old fossil is the Rosetta Stone' that promises to decipher bird evolution
The discovery of a well-preserved bird fossil may unlock secrets of bird evolution, bridging a crucial gap in the fossil record.
Tenn Rex! Young kids discover fossil of juvenile T.Rex
The discovery of a teenage T. rex fossil by three young kids could potentially contribute to understanding the growth stages of this iconic dinosaur.
Yukon gold miners are unearthing mummified ancient creatures and truckloads of fossils from the Ice Age. Take a look.
Gold mining in Yukon regularly uncovers Ice Age animal remains, which paleontologists study to learn about the past.
'We found a T. rex!' How three kids made a rare dinosaur discovery
Young boys accidentally discover rare Tyrannosaurus rex fossil in North Dakota Badlands.
Fossil Reveals Oldest Known Tadpole That Grew to the Size of a Hot Dog
The discovery of the oldest known fossil tadpole enhances understanding of frog evolution and the origins of their metamorphosis process.
New clues about how life bounced back after dinosaur extinction
The discovery of fossils in Colorado sheds light on the quick rebound of life post-dinosaur extinction, revealing the evolution of large mammals within 300,000 years.
An intact 80-million-year-old fossil is the Rosetta Stone' that promises to decipher bird evolution
The discovery of a well-preserved bird fossil may unlock secrets of bird evolution, bridging a crucial gap in the fossil record.
Tenn Rex! Young kids discover fossil of juvenile T.Rex
The discovery of a teenage T. rex fossil by three young kids could potentially contribute to understanding the growth stages of this iconic dinosaur.
Yukon gold miners are unearthing mummified ancient creatures and truckloads of fossils from the Ice Age. Take a look.
Gold mining in Yukon regularly uncovers Ice Age animal remains, which paleontologists study to learn about the past.
'We found a T. rex!' How three kids made a rare dinosaur discovery
Young boys accidentally discover rare Tyrannosaurus rex fossil in North Dakota Badlands.
Fossil Reveals Oldest Known Tadpole That Grew to the Size of a Hot Dog
The discovery of the oldest known fossil tadpole enhances understanding of frog evolution and the origins of their metamorphosis process.
New clues about how life bounced back after dinosaur extinction
The discovery of fossils in Colorado sheds light on the quick rebound of life post-dinosaur extinction, revealing the evolution of large mammals within 300,000 years.
Meet Siberian Simba: Mummified saber-toothed kitten found in Arctic
A perfectly preserved saber-toothed kitten has been discovered in the Arctic, providing new insights into its morphology and living conditions during the ice age.
An amateur fossil hunter found a 7-foot-long mammoth tusk that's thousands of years old - take a look
Amateur fossil hunter Templeton discovered a mammoth tusk, highlighting the significance of such finds and the ongoing interest in extinct Ice Age animals.
Meet Siberian Simba: Mummified saber-toothed kitten found in Arctic
A perfectly preserved saber-toothed kitten has been discovered in the Arctic, providing new insights into its morphology and living conditions during the ice age.
An amateur fossil hunter found a 7-foot-long mammoth tusk that's thousands of years old - take a look
Amateur fossil hunter Templeton discovered a mammoth tusk, highlighting the significance of such finds and the ongoing interest in extinct Ice Age animals.
Hiker discovers first trace of entire prehistoric ecosystem in Italian Alps
A hiker discovered prehistoric footprints in the Northern Italian Alps, revealing a 280 million-year-old ecosystem due to climate change-induced melting.
Move aside, Cara Delevingne: New dinosaur had 'distinctive eyebrows'
Discovery of Alpkarakush kyrgyzicus reveals new insights into Jurassic theropods, contributing crucial knowledge to the evolutionary history of predatory dinosaurs.
Scientists Discover Similar Dinosaur Footprints on Opposite Sides of the Atlantic
Dinosaurs may have roamed a corridor connecting South America and Africa before their continents split.
Brazilian Fossil Hints at Older Origin for All Dinosaurs
Gondwanax paraisensis may redefine early dinosaur evolution as it could be one of the oldest known dinosaurs, challenging previous understandings.
Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur related to the 'chicken from hell' dinosaur discovered in 2014.
The discovery of this new species challenges the existing theory that dinosaur diversity was declining before the extinction event at the end of the Cretaceous period.
Paleontologist rates 14 dinosaur attacks in the "Jurassic Park" movies
Paleontologist Dave Hone rates the realism of 'Jurassic Park' movies, offering insights into dinosaur behavior, ecology, and their portrayals in film.
A 'Chicken From Hell' Could Rewrite the Story of the Dinosaurs' Final Days
The theory that dinosaurs were already declining before the asteroid that wiped them out is being challenged by a newly identified species.
The decrease in dinosaur diversity in the last few million years of the Cretaceous may be due to biases in fossil preservation rather than a true decline in population.
Move aside, Cara Delevingne: New dinosaur had 'distinctive eyebrows'
Discovery of Alpkarakush kyrgyzicus reveals new insights into Jurassic theropods, contributing crucial knowledge to the evolutionary history of predatory dinosaurs.
Scientists Discover Similar Dinosaur Footprints on Opposite Sides of the Atlantic
Dinosaurs may have roamed a corridor connecting South America and Africa before their continents split.
Brazilian Fossil Hints at Older Origin for All Dinosaurs
Gondwanax paraisensis may redefine early dinosaur evolution as it could be one of the oldest known dinosaurs, challenging previous understandings.
Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur related to the 'chicken from hell' dinosaur discovered in 2014.
The discovery of this new species challenges the existing theory that dinosaur diversity was declining before the extinction event at the end of the Cretaceous period.
Paleontologist rates 14 dinosaur attacks in the "Jurassic Park" movies
Paleontologist Dave Hone rates the realism of 'Jurassic Park' movies, offering insights into dinosaur behavior, ecology, and their portrayals in film.
A 'Chicken From Hell' Could Rewrite the Story of the Dinosaurs' Final Days
The theory that dinosaurs were already declining before the asteroid that wiped them out is being challenged by a newly identified species.
The decrease in dinosaur diversity in the last few million years of the Cretaceous may be due to biases in fossil preservation rather than a true decline in population.
Dinosaurs unearthed in China may have ended with a collapse, not a catastrophe
The Yixian Formation's dinosaur fossils offer profound insights, with a new hypothesis suggesting burrow collapses contributed to their preservation instead of volcanic activity.
Experience: we discovered a rare T rex fossil
A young dinosaur enthusiast discovers a potential dinosaur fossil, igniting excitement and anticipation for its excavation.
Did the World's Best-Preserved Dinosaurs Really Die in 'Pompeii' Events?
The Yixian Formation revealed an extraordinary array of exceptionally preserved fossils that transformed our understanding of dinosaur evolution.
Dinosaurs unearthed in China may have ended with a collapse, not a catastrophe
The Yixian Formation's dinosaur fossils offer profound insights, with a new hypothesis suggesting burrow collapses contributed to their preservation instead of volcanic activity.
Experience: we discovered a rare T rex fossil
A young dinosaur enthusiast discovers a potential dinosaur fossil, igniting excitement and anticipation for its excavation.
Did the World's Best-Preserved Dinosaurs Really Die in 'Pompeii' Events?
The Yixian Formation revealed an extraordinary array of exceptionally preserved fossils that transformed our understanding of dinosaur evolution.
Secrets Emerge From a Fossil's Taco Shell-Like Cover
Arthropods with mandibles, like Odaraia alata, played a crucial role in the diversity and success of organisms over millions of years.
The Early Bird Got the Cicada, Then an Evolutionary Air War Started
Cicadas evolved sleeker wings in response to predation by early birds, enhancing their diversity during the Mesozoic era.
Researchers resurrect long-extinct fossil creature as a robot
Soft robot version of ancient sea creature Pleurocystitid created using paleontology principles.
Replica allows scientists to decode movement and explore biomechanical differences among life forms.
Move aside, T.Rex! Newly discovered dinosaur had even SMALLER arms
The newly discovered dinosaur, Koleken inakayali, had even tinier forelimbs than the T.Rex, shedding light on the diversity of abelisaurid theropods in Patagonia.
Secrets Emerge From a Fossil's Taco Shell-Like Cover
Arthropods with mandibles, like Odaraia alata, played a crucial role in the diversity and success of organisms over millions of years.
The Early Bird Got the Cicada, Then an Evolutionary Air War Started
Cicadas evolved sleeker wings in response to predation by early birds, enhancing their diversity during the Mesozoic era.
Researchers resurrect long-extinct fossil creature as a robot
Soft robot version of ancient sea creature Pleurocystitid created using paleontology principles.
Replica allows scientists to decode movement and explore biomechanical differences among life forms.
Move aside, T.Rex! Newly discovered dinosaur had even SMALLER arms
The newly discovered dinosaur, Koleken inakayali, had even tinier forelimbs than the T.Rex, shedding light on the diversity of abelisaurid theropods in Patagonia.
Meet Loki,' the new dinosaur with giant horns that dates back 78 million years
The newly discovered dinosaur, Lokiceratops rangiformi, has unique head ornaments resembling the character Loki and possesses the largest horns seen on a dinosaur.
Long Island professor discovers new dinosaur in Zimbabwe: 'Big career moment'
Discovery of new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, in Zimbabwe by Stony Brook University professor Kimi Chapelle
New dinosaur species discovered in Zimbabwe named Musankwa sanyatiensis
A new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, was named based on a remarkable fossil finding in Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe.
A 10-year-old girl found 220-million-year-old dinosaur footprints on the beach
A 10-year-old discovered 220-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Wales, marking a significant paleontological find after over 140 years.
A Leggy Tyrannosaur Emerges From a Mexican Desert
A new tyrannosaur species, Labocania aguillonae, was identified from previously overlooked bones in a drawer, revealing evolutionary diversity among southern tyrannosaurs.
Meet Loki,' the new dinosaur with giant horns that dates back 78 million years
The newly discovered dinosaur, Lokiceratops rangiformi, has unique head ornaments resembling the character Loki and possesses the largest horns seen on a dinosaur.
Long Island professor discovers new dinosaur in Zimbabwe: 'Big career moment'
Discovery of new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, in Zimbabwe by Stony Brook University professor Kimi Chapelle
New dinosaur species discovered in Zimbabwe named Musankwa sanyatiensis
A new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, was named based on a remarkable fossil finding in Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe.
A 10-year-old girl found 220-million-year-old dinosaur footprints on the beach
A 10-year-old discovered 220-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Wales, marking a significant paleontological find after over 140 years.
A Leggy Tyrannosaur Emerges From a Mexican Desert
A new tyrannosaur species, Labocania aguillonae, was identified from previously overlooked bones in a drawer, revealing evolutionary diversity among southern tyrannosaurs.
Family Discovers Rare T. Rex Fossil in North Dakota
The accidental discovery of a rare juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton by two young boys while hiking in North Dakota leads to a groundbreaking paleontological find.
First complete mammoth tusk found in Mississippi
The discovery of a complete Columbian mammoth tusk in Mississippi is a significant paleontological find, being the first intact tusk in the state.
A sinkhole in South Dakota is packed with mammoth fossils that experts have been digging up for half a century. Take a look.
The Mammoth Site, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has uncovered fossils from over 61 mammoths, with many more yet to be discovered.
Family Discovers Rare T. Rex Fossil in North Dakota
The accidental discovery of a rare juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton by two young boys while hiking in North Dakota leads to a groundbreaking paleontological find.
First complete mammoth tusk found in Mississippi
The discovery of a complete Columbian mammoth tusk in Mississippi is a significant paleontological find, being the first intact tusk in the state.
A sinkhole in South Dakota is packed with mammoth fossils that experts have been digging up for half a century. Take a look.
The Mammoth Site, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has uncovered fossils from over 61 mammoths, with many more yet to be discovered.
The Bitter Feud at the Heart of the Paleontology World
The article explores the journey of Melanie During, a graduate student uncovering prehistoric secrets in South Dakota.
Ancient sea cow was attacked by a croc and then scavenged by a shark
This article reveals a detailed account of a prehistoric sea cow's demise, showcasing predator interactions from millions of years ago.
Matching dinosaur prints were found an ocean apart in Africa and South America
Matching dinosaur tracks in Brazil and Cameroon indicate a once-connected land corridor between South America and Africa 120 million years ago.
These Fossils Are Found All Over, but What Made Them Was a Mystery
Bifungites fossil burrows provide evidence of ancient soft-bodied invertebrates, with new findings indicating a possible association with a worm species.
Dinosaur Brain Science Is Revealing the Senses of T. rex and Its Prey
Dinosaurs like T. rex exhibited more complex behaviors and intelligence than previously thought, debunking long-held myths of their inferior cognitive capabilities.
Enigmatic Dinosaur Skull Sparks Debate over Tyrannosaur Evolution
Scientists believe they have discovered a new species of tyrannosaur that is the closest relative of Tyrannosaurus rex ever known.
The skull of the new species, named Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, has distinct differences from T. rex, including a longer and thinner jaw and more ridges behind the eye socket.
An old relative of the T. rex sparks new questions about the dinosaur's origins
A new species of Tyrannosaurus, called T. mcraeensis, has been identified as the closest known relative to the T. rex.
The discovery of T. mcraeensis challenges previous theories about the origins of the T. rex.
Discovery of closest relative of Tyrannosaurus rex' sheds light on the mystery of these predators
Scientists have discovered a new relative of Tyrannosaurus rex called Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, which sheds light on the diversity and size of these predators.
The new tyrannosaur Mcraeensis may have lived between 71 and 73 million years ago, five to seven million years before T. rex.
Dinosaur Brain Science Is Revealing the Senses of T. rex and Its Prey
Dinosaurs like T. rex exhibited more complex behaviors and intelligence than previously thought, debunking long-held myths of their inferior cognitive capabilities.
Enigmatic Dinosaur Skull Sparks Debate over Tyrannosaur Evolution
Scientists believe they have discovered a new species of tyrannosaur that is the closest relative of Tyrannosaurus rex ever known.
The skull of the new species, named Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, has distinct differences from T. rex, including a longer and thinner jaw and more ridges behind the eye socket.
An old relative of the T. rex sparks new questions about the dinosaur's origins
A new species of Tyrannosaurus, called T. mcraeensis, has been identified as the closest known relative to the T. rex.
The discovery of T. mcraeensis challenges previous theories about the origins of the T. rex.
Discovery of closest relative of Tyrannosaurus rex' sheds light on the mystery of these predators
Scientists have discovered a new relative of Tyrannosaurus rex called Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, which sheds light on the diversity and size of these predators.
The new tyrannosaur Mcraeensis may have lived between 71 and 73 million years ago, five to seven million years before T. rex.
T. Rex was 49ft long and weighed 15 TONNES - 70% heavier than thought
T. Rex may have weighed up to 15 tonnes, 70% more massive than previously thought.
A Fossil Mystery, Solved by a Spin
Essexella asherae fossils, originally believed to be odd jellyfish, were actually a different ocean creature from the Carboniferous period.
World's largest stegosaurus skeleton to be auctioned for millions
Selling rare fossils at high prices can hinder scientific research.
Can the Best Fossils Ever Found Answer the Biggest Dinosaur Question?
Museums are enhancing visitor experiences with sensory exhibits, like recreating prehistoric scents and sounds, to engage young audiences and promote public science participation.
The largest marine reptile ever could match blue whales in size
Ichthyosaurs, marine reptiles from the Mesozoic era, were enormous creatures that rivaled blue whales in size, potentially making them the largest marine reptiles ever discovered.
Elementary school students playing in mountains stumble upon fossil of 'iconic' mammal
Students discovered ancient sloth fossil in Santa Cruz Mountains.
Fossils engage people with the deep past and inspire future generations.
Researchers Dispute Claim That Ancient Whale Was Heaviest Animal Ever
Perucetus may have weighed less than initially suggested, around 60-70 tons
Blue whales might weigh up to 270 tons, significantly more than previous estimates of 150 tons.
Mysterious skull of an enormous sea creature washes up on a California beach. See it
Experts believe the gigantic skull found on Pajaro Dunes State Beach in California likely belongs to either a fin or blue whale.
The skull, possibly from a whale carcass that washed ashore, is a mystery that has sparked curiosity and excitement among visitors.
Scientists have studied a peculiar fossil since 1931. It was a fake.
The 1931 Italian Alps rock believed to be a reptile fossil with preserved soft tissues was actually mostly paint, revealed by researcher Valentina Rossi.
Valentina Rossi discovered the forgery during her research and aims to uncover the true animal preserved under the paint.
A student was inspecting dinosaur fossils. He discovered a new species.
Kyle Atkins-Weltman, a PhD student, discovered a new dinosaur species known as Eoneophron infernalis.
Eoneophron infernalis is a birdlike species similar to Anzu wyliei, but smaller in size.
Pterosaur Ceoptera evansae: A new species found on Skye DW 02/06/2024
New pterosaur species, Ceoptera evansae, discovered in Scotland provides important new data on the geographic range of Darwinoptera. Researchers used microcomputed tomography and X-ray to study the pterosaur's phylogenetics.
A student was inspecting dinosaur fossils. He discovered a new species.
Kyle Atkins-Weltman, a PhD student, discovered a new dinosaur species known as Eoneophron infernalis.
Eoneophron infernalis is a birdlike species similar to Anzu wyliei, but smaller in size.
Pterosaur Ceoptera evansae: A new species found on Skye DW 02/06/2024
New pterosaur species, Ceoptera evansae, discovered in Scotland provides important new data on the geographic range of Darwinoptera. Researchers used microcomputed tomography and X-ray to study the pterosaur's phylogenetics.
Fossils Finally Reveal Fiery Colors of Prehistoric Animals
Scientists have developed a reliable test to detect ginger shades in fossils, specifically the pigments called pheomelanins.
Previously reported evidence of pheomelanins in fossils has been largely inconclusive.
New 'Chicken from Hell' Discovered
There has been debate among paleontologists about whether dinosaurs were already declining before the asteroid impact that ended the Cretaceous period.
Fossil formations and accessibility biases have made it difficult to accurately count and determine the diversity of dinosaurs during that time.
Scientists have found the mostly intact skull of a giant, deadly sea reptile
Scientists have discovered a largely intact skull of a pliosaur, an ancient sea creature that lived off the coast of England millions of years ago.
The pliosaur had a parietal eye, glands on its snout, and 130 teeth, making it a formidable predator.
Young tyrannosaur died with a full stomach, remarkable fossil reveals
Paleontologists have discovered a juvenile tyrannosaur fossil with the partially digested remains of two birdlike dinosaurs in its stomach, providing insights into the behavior and diet of the predator.
The fossil was found in Alberta, Canada and is believed to be around 75 million years old. It is a juvenile Gorgosaurus, a smaller cousin of the famous Tyrannosaurus rex.
Scientists have found the mostly intact skull of a giant, deadly sea reptile
Scientists have discovered a largely intact skull of a pliosaur, an ancient sea creature that lived off the coast of England millions of years ago.
The pliosaur had a parietal eye, glands on its snout, and 130 teeth, making it a formidable predator.
Young tyrannosaur died with a full stomach, remarkable fossil reveals
Paleontologists have discovered a juvenile tyrannosaur fossil with the partially digested remains of two birdlike dinosaurs in its stomach, providing insights into the behavior and diet of the predator.
The fossil was found in Alberta, Canada and is believed to be around 75 million years old. It is a juvenile Gorgosaurus, a smaller cousin of the famous Tyrannosaurus rex.
Experts find rare skull of Australia's 50,000-year-old 'giant goose'
Unearthed skull reveals appearance of ancient 'mega-bird' Genyornis newtoni.
Behold, the 'Giga-Goose'
Researchers uncovered and reconstructed the skull of a giant flightless bird nicknamed giga-goose, solving long-standing speculations about its ancestry.