Does Oil Come From Dinosaurs? Geologist Addresses Myth Gasoline Is From Decomposed Velociraptors

Medicine & Technology Nov 20, 2023

There are rumors that oil is from dinosaurs, but geologist Reidar Müller disagrees. Continue reading to learn more.

Robotics Bring Back Extinct Species Not With DNA But Engineering [Study]

Nov 19, 2023

A group of engineers and paleontologists created a robot that mimics an extinct echinoderm. Continue reading to learn more.

Woolly Mammoth De-Extinction: Scientists Bringing Extinct Animal From Unearthed Specimens Sample, Modern Asian Elephants

Nov 17, 2023

Scientists are working on bringing back the woolly mammoth genome from extinction. Continue reading to know how they will de-extinct the species.

Neglected Dinosaur Willo Had Advanced Olfactory Bulbs, Could Smell a Drop of Blood From Miles Away [Study]

Nov 09, 2023

Willo, the neglected dinosaur kept in a US museum had a superb sense of smell and balance. Continue reading to learn more about this extinct species.

96-Million-Year-Old Herbivorous Dinosaur Unearthed in North Texas Would Have Been the Size of a Border Collie

Nov 09, 2023

Texas paleontologists unveil a 96-million-year-old small herbivorous dinosaur found through fossils in the state. Check it out in this article.

407-Million-Year-Old Fossil Fish Reveal the Origin of Shoulders in Vertebrates

Nov 03, 2023

Ancient fish fossils suggest gill arches played a role in shoulder evolution, potentially solving the mystery of their origin. Continue reading to learn more.

Crossbreeding of Humans, Now-Extinct Species Denisovans Contributes to Mental Health Issues [Study]

Nov 03, 2023

Humans reportedly having sex to Denisovans paved the way for a mutation that led to mental health issues, according to a study. Continue reading to learn more.

Fine Dust from an Asteroid Strike May Have Contributed to Dinosaur Extinction

Oct 31, 2023

After the asteroid impact, Earth experienced an "impact winter" due to atmospheric dust, leading to extinctions and the decline of dinosaurs. Continue reading to learn more.

Unearthed Fossils Reveal Ancient Marine Life and Climate Clues from 500 Million Years Ago

Oct 26, 2023

University of Leicester scientist uncovers unique fossils resembling modern algae from 500 million years ago, offering insights into ancient ocean life and climate. Read the article for more details.

170-Million-Year-Old Fossils Reveal Oldest Mega-Predatory Pliosaur, Offer Insight Into Prehistoric Marine Evolution

Oct 23, 2023

Fossils of a 170-million-year-old mega-predatory pliosaur discovered in France provide rare insights into plesiosaur evolution from the dinosaur era. Read the article to learn more.

Previously Unknown Ancient Shark Species Found in World’s Largest Cave System Through Fossil Research

Oct 15, 2023

Over 100 different ancient cartilaginous fish species, including sharks, rays, and skates, have been discovered in the area. Read to learn more.

Newly Identified Titanosaur 'Forgotten Lord of the Oasis' From 75 Million Years Ago Could Fill Gaps In Dinosaur History

Oct 12, 2023

The dinosaur fossils were found in the Egyptian desert almost 50 years ago, but these remained forgotten until a research team revisited them. Read to learn more.

Previously Unknown 'Titan' Dinosaur With Long Neck Discovered in Europe

Oct 05, 2023

The newly identified titan dinosaur may have roamed around present-day Spain roughly 122 million years ago. Read to learn more.

80-Foot-Long Dinosaur From 122 Million Years Ago Unearthed in Spain Among Largest Sauropods Found

Oct 01, 2023

Newly discovered dinosaur fossils in Spain that belonged to sauropods are reportedly among the "giant" dinos found. Continue reading to learn more.

Tiny DNA Traces Detected in Turtle Fossil From 6 Million Years Ago; Discovery Could Boost Understanding of Soft Tissue Preservation

Oct 01, 2023

Researchers were able to find bone cells in the sea turtle fossil specimen. They performed a technique to find traces of DNA. Read to learn more.