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Oldest Python Found Near Darmstadt
A 47.5 million-year-old fossil found near Darmstadt, Germany, has revealed that pythons originated on the northern continent of Laurasia. Today, anacondas, pythons, and boas are
Chain reaction caused largest mass extinction
The largest mass extinction in Earth’s history, which occurred 252 million years ago, was caused by a rapid climate change triggered by 105,600 gigatons of
Megalodon: The Giant Shark
The Megalodon, a prehistoric shark that lived 23 to 3 million years ago, was much larger than previously thought, according to a new study by
Giant Tortoises Rediscovered on Galapagos
In a stunning discovery, researchers on the island of Isabela in the Pacific have found long-dead genetic material that has given hope for the resurrection
Giant Bird Linked to Early Humans
Palaeontologists have made a surprising discovery on the Crimean Peninsula: a three-and-a-half-meter-tall skeleton of a flightless bird, which is believed to have been in contact
Decline of Insects in Germany
A ten-year study has revealed that the number of insects, species, and biomass has significantly decreased in all regions of Germany. Green and forest areas
Monkey Consumption Boosts Palm Oil Yield
Southern pig-tailed macaques have been found to be effective natural pest controllers in palm oil plantations, reducing the need for rodenticides and benefiting the environment.
Unknown Animal Species Found in Amber
In a rare discovery, scientists at Oregon State University have found a new species of animal that does not fit into any known group. The
Giant Predator Fossil Found in Africa
In a surprising discovery, paleontologists have found previously unnoticed bones in the archives of the Kenyan National Museum that belong to what is believed to
Tasmanian Tiger: Not Extinct?
The Tasmanian Tiger, also known as the Thylacine, has been considered extinct since 1936. However, recent alleged sightings of the animal have prompted researchers to
