Incredible map reveals how white skin evolved in EuropeDarker skin tones were predominant in Europe for 96% of its history, with light complexions being a recent development.
Scientists discover 80million-year-old 'fully intact' dinosaur eggsDiscovery of the smallest fully intact dinosaur egg sheds light on dinosaur reproduction and diversity.
What fossilized dino feces can tell us about their rise to dominanceFossilized feces and vomit provide essential clues to understanding how dinosaurs evolved to dominate their ecosystems.
Discovery of new fossil may explain the rise of the dinosaursFossil of Gondwanax paraisensis sheds light on the evolution of lizards into dinosaurs.Identification of new reptile species offers insights into Triassic competition and adaptations.
Dinosaur hunter finds evidence that T.Rex's COUSIN roamed East SussexNew dinosaur fossils discovered in East Sussex suggest England once had diverse carnivorous dinosaurs, similar to those in Jurassic Park.
Fossilized faeces helps explain dinosaurs' rise to dominanceFossilized digestive contents reveal insights into dinosaurs' diets and dominance, supporting theories of both catastrophic events and evolutionary adaptations.
A study of dinosaur droppings shows how they came to rule the EarthThe largest study of dinosaur poop reveals how their diets contributed to their dominance on Earth.
Scientists discover 80million-year-old 'fully intact' dinosaur eggsDiscovery of the smallest fully intact dinosaur egg sheds light on dinosaur reproduction and diversity.
What fossilized dino feces can tell us about their rise to dominanceFossilized feces and vomit provide essential clues to understanding how dinosaurs evolved to dominate their ecosystems.
Discovery of new fossil may explain the rise of the dinosaursFossil of Gondwanax paraisensis sheds light on the evolution of lizards into dinosaurs.Identification of new reptile species offers insights into Triassic competition and adaptations.
Dinosaur hunter finds evidence that T.Rex's COUSIN roamed East SussexNew dinosaur fossils discovered in East Sussex suggest England once had diverse carnivorous dinosaurs, similar to those in Jurassic Park.
Fossilized faeces helps explain dinosaurs' rise to dominanceFossilized digestive contents reveal insights into dinosaurs' diets and dominance, supporting theories of both catastrophic events and evolutionary adaptations.
A study of dinosaur droppings shows how they came to rule the EarthThe largest study of dinosaur poop reveals how their diets contributed to their dominance on Earth.
Fossils of predator that gave rise to all mammals discoveredDiscovery of ancient gorgonopsian fossils reveals evolutionary links to mammals, indicating they were top predators influencing mammal ancestry.
An intact 80-million-year-old fossil is the Rosetta Stone' that promises to decipher bird evolutionThe discovery of a well-preserved bird fossil may unlock secrets of bird evolution, bridging a crucial gap in the fossil record.
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.
Lasers, Waffle Fries and the Secrets in Pterosaurs' TailsPterosaur tail vanes aided in maneuvering during flight, revealed by advanced laser scanning technology.
Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in SiberiaScientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
Fossil Reveals Oldest Known Tadpole That Grew to the Size of a Hot DogThe discovery of the oldest known fossil tadpole enhances understanding of frog evolution and the origins of their metamorphosis process.
Fossils of predator that gave rise to all mammals discoveredDiscovery of ancient gorgonopsian fossils reveals evolutionary links to mammals, indicating they were top predators influencing mammal ancestry.
An intact 80-million-year-old fossil is the Rosetta Stone' that promises to decipher bird evolutionThe discovery of a well-preserved bird fossil may unlock secrets of bird evolution, bridging a crucial gap in the fossil record.
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.
Lasers, Waffle Fries and the Secrets in Pterosaurs' TailsPterosaur tail vanes aided in maneuvering during flight, revealed by advanced laser scanning technology.
Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in SiberiaScientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
Fossil Reveals Oldest Known Tadpole That Grew to the Size of a Hot DogThe discovery of the oldest known fossil tadpole enhances understanding of frog evolution and the origins of their metamorphosis process.
Germany: Bavarian pterosaur fossil gives evolutionary clues DW 11/19/2024The discovery of Skiphosoura bavarica sheds light on the evolution of pterosaurs, highlighting previously unknown traits and behaviors.
Punk and Emo Fossils Are a Hot Topic in PaleontologyDr. Sutton's 3-D fossil reconstructions of mollusks reveal new insights about their evolutionary history, leading to the names Punk ferox and Emo vorticaudum.
Ferns' Backward' Evolution Reveals Life's Meandering PathEvolution is not a linear progression toward more complex organisms; it can involve reversals and diverse adaptations based on environmental pressures.
Plesiosaur Fossils Preserve Both Skin and Scales on Ancient Sea MonsterResearchers have discovered detailed soft tissue characteristics of plesiosaurs, revealing humanlike skin and fishy scales, changing our understanding of their evolution.
Big discovery about microscopic 'water bears' - Harvard GazetteNew research has confirmed the classification of ancient tardigrade fossils, unlocking insights into their evolutionary history alongside dinosaurs.
Scientists Discover Fossils of "Punk" and "Emo"Newly discovered mollusk fossils challenge scientific understanding of mollusk evolution, revealing unexpected complexity.
Germany: Bavarian pterosaur fossil gives evolutionary clues DW 11/19/2024The discovery of Skiphosoura bavarica sheds light on the evolution of pterosaurs, highlighting previously unknown traits and behaviors.
Punk and Emo Fossils Are a Hot Topic in PaleontologyDr. Sutton's 3-D fossil reconstructions of mollusks reveal new insights about their evolutionary history, leading to the names Punk ferox and Emo vorticaudum.
Ferns' Backward' Evolution Reveals Life's Meandering PathEvolution is not a linear progression toward more complex organisms; it can involve reversals and diverse adaptations based on environmental pressures.
Plesiosaur Fossils Preserve Both Skin and Scales on Ancient Sea MonsterResearchers have discovered detailed soft tissue characteristics of plesiosaurs, revealing humanlike skin and fishy scales, changing our understanding of their evolution.
Big discovery about microscopic 'water bears' - Harvard GazetteNew research has confirmed the classification of ancient tardigrade fossils, unlocking insights into their evolutionary history alongside dinosaurs.
Scientists Discover Fossils of "Punk" and "Emo"Newly discovered mollusk fossils challenge scientific understanding of mollusk evolution, revealing unexpected complexity.
Jonathan Bailey stuns in survival mode in Jurassic World Rebirth trailerJonathan Bailey stars as a paleontologist in the new film Jurassic World Rebirth, facing dangerous dinosaurs on a perilous mission.
Small fossil has big implications for bird brain evolutionThe evolution of bird brains shows complex intelligence comparable to mammals, with new fossil evidence shedding light on this evolutionary path.
A Mummified Saber-Toothed Kitten Emerges in SiberiaThe discovery of a saber-toothed cat mummy is a significant find in paleontology, being the first of its kind in 28,000 years.
Sabre-toothed cub mummy found in SiberiaThe mummified remains of a sabre-toothed cat cub provide unprecedented insights into the species' morphology and development.
Where There's Joy in a Terror BirdLa Tormenta museum showcases the rich fossil history of the Tatacoa Desert, highlighting a unique geological period dominated by birds.
Lost world with a 280-million-year-old ecosystem discovered by hikerA 280 million-year-old ecosystem was discovered in the Italian Alps, revealing ancient reptiles and plants from the Permian period.
Most Expensive Dinosaur Fossil Ever Could Reveal Stegosaurus SecretsThe American Museum of Natural History unveiled the Apex Stegosaurus, a record-breaking, near-complete fossil, highlighting significant paleontological history.
Small fossil has big implications for bird brain evolutionThe evolution of bird brains shows complex intelligence comparable to mammals, with new fossil evidence shedding light on this evolutionary path.
A Mummified Saber-Toothed Kitten Emerges in SiberiaThe discovery of a saber-toothed cat mummy is a significant find in paleontology, being the first of its kind in 28,000 years.
Sabre-toothed cub mummy found in SiberiaThe mummified remains of a sabre-toothed cat cub provide unprecedented insights into the species' morphology and development.
Where There's Joy in a Terror BirdLa Tormenta museum showcases the rich fossil history of the Tatacoa Desert, highlighting a unique geological period dominated by birds.
Lost world with a 280-million-year-old ecosystem discovered by hikerA 280 million-year-old ecosystem was discovered in the Italian Alps, revealing ancient reptiles and plants from the Permian period.
Most Expensive Dinosaur Fossil Ever Could Reveal Stegosaurus SecretsThe American Museum of Natural History unveiled the Apex Stegosaurus, a record-breaking, near-complete fossil, highlighting significant paleontological history.
Britain's biggest dinosaur footprint site is foundThe discovery of an extensive dinosaur trackway in Britain provides unique insights into prehistoric life and suggests potential for more finds.
New dinosaur species emerges from pre-WWII fossil photosA newly identified dinosaur, Tameryraptor markgrafi, was recognized from historical photographs of fossils destroyed in WWII.
'Dinosaur highway' from 166 million years ago is unearthedThe discovery of dinosaur footprints in southern England provides insight into prehistoric life and interactions, marking a significant paleontological find.
The World's Largest Stegosaurus Comes to New York CityApex, the largest Stegosaurus skeleton found, sold for $44.6 million and raises ethical questions about fossil ownership in paleontology.
A 10-year-old girl found 220-million-year-old dinosaur footprints on the beachA 10-year-old discovered 220-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Wales, marking a significant paleontological find after over 140 years.
Jurassic footprints are discovered on a 'dinosaur highway' in southern EnglandThe discovery of dinosaur tracks in Oxfordshire offers new insights into dinosaur behavior and the prehistoric environment.
Britain's biggest dinosaur footprint site is foundThe discovery of an extensive dinosaur trackway in Britain provides unique insights into prehistoric life and suggests potential for more finds.
New dinosaur species emerges from pre-WWII fossil photosA newly identified dinosaur, Tameryraptor markgrafi, was recognized from historical photographs of fossils destroyed in WWII.
'Dinosaur highway' from 166 million years ago is unearthedThe discovery of dinosaur footprints in southern England provides insight into prehistoric life and interactions, marking a significant paleontological find.
The World's Largest Stegosaurus Comes to New York CityApex, the largest Stegosaurus skeleton found, sold for $44.6 million and raises ethical questions about fossil ownership in paleontology.
A 10-year-old girl found 220-million-year-old dinosaur footprints on the beachA 10-year-old discovered 220-million-year-old dinosaur tracks in Wales, marking a significant paleontological find after over 140 years.
Jurassic footprints are discovered on a 'dinosaur highway' in southern EnglandThe discovery of dinosaur tracks in Oxfordshire offers new insights into dinosaur behavior and the prehistoric environment.
Scientists find a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten in the Siberian permafrostA 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cub discovery provides unprecedented insights into its physical characteristics and adaptations from a unique permafrost preservation.
Man shot in face 5,600 years ago was actually killed by arrow to chestThe fatal arrow that killed the Porsmose man was in his chest, not in his face, highlighting important forensic insights.
Scientists find a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten in the Siberian permafrostA 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cub discovery provides unprecedented insights into its physical characteristics and adaptations from a unique permafrost preservation.
Man shot in face 5,600 years ago was actually killed by arrow to chestThe fatal arrow that killed the Porsmose man was in his chest, not in his face, highlighting important forensic insights.
Hiker discovers first trace of entire prehistoric ecosystem in Italian AlpsA hiker discovered prehistoric footprints in the Northern Italian Alps, revealing a 280 million-year-old ecosystem due to climate change-induced melting.
50,000-year-old baby mammoth carcass discovered in Siberia DW 12/24/2024The discovery of a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth in Siberia provides unprecedented insight into prehistoric life due to its exceptional preservation.
This Saber-Toothed Kitten Mummy Is So Stinking Cute That I'm Gonna Cry! | DefectorA recent discovery of a saber-toothed cat cub provides unprecedented insight into Ice Age predators.
Photos of the Week: Doo Dah, Horse Play, Cloud FallsThe article presents diverse global events, showcasing technological advances, environmental challenges, and cultural phenomena.
Kangaroo species went extinct in the Pleistocene. Research hops in with a possible explanation.Human arrival in Australia likely played a significant role in kangaroo extinction over climate changes.
Hiker discovers first trace of entire prehistoric ecosystem in Italian AlpsA hiker discovered prehistoric footprints in the Northern Italian Alps, revealing a 280 million-year-old ecosystem due to climate change-induced melting.
50,000-year-old baby mammoth carcass discovered in Siberia DW 12/24/2024The discovery of a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth in Siberia provides unprecedented insight into prehistoric life due to its exceptional preservation.
This Saber-Toothed Kitten Mummy Is So Stinking Cute That I'm Gonna Cry! | DefectorA recent discovery of a saber-toothed cat cub provides unprecedented insight into Ice Age predators.
Photos of the Week: Doo Dah, Horse Play, Cloud FallsThe article presents diverse global events, showcasing technological advances, environmental challenges, and cultural phenomena.
Kangaroo species went extinct in the Pleistocene. Research hops in with a possible explanation.Human arrival in Australia likely played a significant role in kangaroo extinction over climate changes.
50 Absolutely Incredible Pictures That Look Extremely Fake And Photoshopped But Are Actually Completely, Totally, 100% RealColloidal silver can lead to serious health conditions as seen in Paul Karason's case.The Great Pyramid of Giza is unexpectedly near a golf course, merging ancient and modern worlds.
Fossil Footprints Suggest Two Early Human Species Crossed Paths within HoursFossilized footprints of two ancient hominin species suggest they coexisted and may have interacted around 1.5 million years ago.
I can just see those dinosaurs plodding through the Cotswold mud | Mike PittsThe discovery of dinosaur footprints in Oxfordshire enhances our understanding of the Jurassic era and highlights the importance of modern technology in paleontological research.
Fossil Footprints Suggest Two Early Human Species Crossed Paths within HoursFossilized footprints of two ancient hominin species suggest they coexisted and may have interacted around 1.5 million years ago.
I can just see those dinosaurs plodding through the Cotswold mud | Mike PittsThe discovery of dinosaur footprints in Oxfordshire enhances our understanding of the Jurassic era and highlights the importance of modern technology in paleontological research.
Meet Siberian Simba: Mummified saber-toothed kitten found in ArcticA perfectly preserved saber-toothed kitten has been discovered in the Arctic, providing new insights into its morphology and living conditions during the ice age.
World's 'best-preserved' baby woolly mammoth found after 50,000 yearsThe discovery of a remarkably preserved baby woolly mammoth named Yana in Siberia provides unprecedented insights into Ice Age fauna.
An amateur fossil hunter found a 7-foot-long mammoth tusk that's thousands of years old - take a lookAmateur 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 ArcticA perfectly preserved saber-toothed kitten has been discovered in the Arctic, providing new insights into its morphology and living conditions during the ice age.
World's 'best-preserved' baby woolly mammoth found after 50,000 yearsThe discovery of a remarkably preserved baby woolly mammoth named Yana in Siberia provides unprecedented insights into Ice Age fauna.
An amateur fossil hunter found a 7-foot-long mammoth tusk that's thousands of years old - take a lookAmateur fossil hunter Templeton discovered a mammoth tusk, highlighting the significance of such finds and the ongoing interest in extinct Ice Age animals.
Baby mammoth in Russia is the best-preserved' ever foundA 50,000-year-old baby mammoth, named Yana, was discovered in Siberia, noted for its exceptional preservation and significance in prehistoric studies.
How Earth's Biggest Mass Extinctions Stack UpMass extinctions share common origins, chiefly large-scale volcanism, but differ in outcomes, with the current age possibly leading to a sixth.
You Won't Believe How Hard It Is to Answer This Basic Question about Prehistoric LifeTaxonomic classification of extinct species is complex and may misrepresent prehistoric biodiversity.
How Earth's Biggest Mass Extinctions Stack UpMass extinctions share common origins, chiefly large-scale volcanism, but differ in outcomes, with the current age possibly leading to a sixth.
You Won't Believe How Hard It Is to Answer This Basic Question about Prehistoric LifeTaxonomic classification of extinct species is complex and may misrepresent prehistoric biodiversity.
1 National Park Service job in Calif. and Nevada could rewrite human historyAubrey Bonde, the first regional paleontologist in the National Park Service, is pioneering paleontological efforts and fossil protection in national parks.
Dinosaurs unearthed in China may have ended with a collapse, not a catastropheThe 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 fossilA 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.
World's Priciest Dinosaur Fossil Comes to Museum of Natural HistoryA record-breaking stegosaurus fossil purchased for $44.6 million will be exhibited at the American Museum of Natural History in a public loan.
A New Frontier in Paleontology for Profit: Selling Shares in a StegosaurusDinosaur fossils are being turned into investment vehicles, raising concerns about academic access to specimens.
A colossal fossil! Big-boned new Stegosaurus joins lineup at American Museum of Natural History | amNewYorkApex, a 150-million-year-old Stegosaurus fossil, is one of the largest and most complete specimens and will be displayed at AMNH starting December 8.
Dinosaurs unearthed in China may have ended with a collapse, not a catastropheThe 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 fossilA 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.
World's Priciest Dinosaur Fossil Comes to Museum of Natural HistoryA record-breaking stegosaurus fossil purchased for $44.6 million will be exhibited at the American Museum of Natural History in a public loan.
A New Frontier in Paleontology for Profit: Selling Shares in a StegosaurusDinosaur fossils are being turned into investment vehicles, raising concerns about academic access to specimens.
A colossal fossil! Big-boned new Stegosaurus joins lineup at American Museum of Natural History | amNewYorkApex, a 150-million-year-old Stegosaurus fossil, is one of the largest and most complete specimens and will be displayed at AMNH starting December 8.
What to know about the $45 million dinosaur fossil now on display in New York CityThe Apex fossil represents a significant advancement in paleontological research due to its completeness and age.
From fossil dung, scientists reconstruct the rise of the dinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung reveals crucial insights into the ecosystem dynamics of early dinosaurs and their relationships with other ancient life forms.
Lizards and snakes are 35 million years older than we thoughtCryptovaranoides microlanius is now recognized as the oldest known squamate, significantly altering the timeline of lizard evolution.
From fossil dung, scientists reconstruct the rise of the dinosaursFossilized dinosaur dung reveals crucial insights into the ecosystem dynamics of early dinosaurs and their relationships with other ancient life forms.
Lizards and snakes are 35 million years older than we thoughtCryptovaranoides microlanius is now recognized as the oldest known squamate, significantly altering the timeline of lizard evolution.
Fossilized Footprints Reveal Two Extinct Hominin Species Did In Fact Live Side By SideFossilized footprints offer unique insights into the behavior and interaction of early hominins, revealing aspects inaccessible from bones alone.
101 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Like They're Big Huge Lies But Are Actually Completely, Totally, 100% TrueThe time difference between T-Rex and Stegosaurus exceeds the difference between T-Rex and today.
Interesting history behind Haddonfield's DinosaurThe bronze dinosaur sculpture in Haddonfield honors the local scientific discovery that initiated paleontological research in the region.
101 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Like They're Big Huge Lies But Are Actually Completely, Totally, 100% TrueThe time difference between T-Rex and Stegosaurus exceeds the difference between T-Rex and today.
Interesting history behind Haddonfield's DinosaurThe bronze dinosaur sculpture in Haddonfield honors the local scientific discovery that initiated paleontological research in the region.
We're closer to re-creating the sounds of ParasaurolophusThe crest of the Parasaurolophus likely served as a resonating chamber for vocalization, producing sounds analogous to brass instruments.
The Extraordinary 'Life Chronicles' VR Experience Is Now OpenLife Chronicles is an immersive VR experience showcasing Earth's evolution from prehistoric life to dinosaurs, available in London until December 2.
Accidental gunpowder blast caused an uproar at London Zoo in 1874Dinosaur bones discovery emphasizes the significance of paleontology in understanding prehistoric ecosystems.Uncontrolled urban activities can severely disrupt wildlife, as seen with London’s birds.
PODCAST: The foreigners who helped make France and just how bad is the French debt crisis?French PM Barnier's recent speech lacked clarity on budget deficits, drawing humorous comparisons.
A Fossilized Creature May Explain a Puzzling Painting on a Rock WallThe Horned Serpent rock art reflects an advanced understanding of paleontology by the San people, potentially inspired by local fossils.
Rare woolly rhino mummies emerge from the permafrostGennady Boeskorov's research on woolly rhinoceroses provides unparalleled insights into their adaptation and biology during the Pleistocene era.
Entire ecosystem' of fossils 8.7m years old found under Los Angeles high schoolMarine fossils from 8.7 million years ago, including a diverse array of species, were found beneath San Pedro high school in Los Angeles.
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 WorldThe 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 sharkThis article reveals a detailed account of a prehistoric sea cow's demise, showcasing predator interactions from millions of years ago.