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Was Spinosaurus a Wader or a Swimmer?
New fossil evidence, from a crocodile-like snout to a massive paddle-shaped tail, has ignited a fierce debate over whether the giant predator Spinosaurus was a shoreline wader or a powerful underwater swimmer.
The Viewpoint: Bridging the Gap: A Look at Transitional Fossils
Transitional fossils bridge the evolutionary gap between ancestral species and their descendants, offering a fascinating glimpse into how life on Earth has changed over millions of years.
The Dinosaur Dilemma That Darwin Couldn’t Solve
An ingenious experiment with chickens reveals the surprising evolutionary advantage of a "half wing" in non-flying dinosaurs, finally solving a puzzle that has stumped scientists since Darwin's time.
The Dinosaurs Too Big To Be Dinosaurs
These sauropods were barely possible, seemingly existing only despite physics and persisting only thanks to some extreme evolutionary adaptations.
New dinosaur with rare skull helps fill sauropod evolutionary gap
Researchers in China have discovered a new species of long-necked dinosaur with a remarkably complete skull, providing key evidence about the evolution of sauropods.
Best Dinosaur Books for the Holidays: Perfect Reading for Dino Enthusiasts
Dinosaurs continue to captivate our imaginations, even millions of years after their extinction. This holiday season, immerse yourself…
“False” Horses
In Argentina’s ancient woodlands, animals like Thoatherium, also known as “false horses,” developed unique adaptations like monodactyl limbs…
The Complicated Spinosaurus Family History
Spinosaurids are a contentious and challenging group to discuss due to the fragmented fossil record and the passionate…
We’ve Found This Fossil the Most
Trilobites, one of the most successful ancient animals, were first documented by fossil collector Edward Lhwyd in the…
Rare Florida fossil finally ends debate about how porcupine jaws and tails evolved
A porcupine fossil recovered in Florida was the key clue in solving a paleontological mystery. Jeff Gage/Florida Museum,…