Tag: ancient fossils

Once-in-a-lifetime discovery reveals dome-headed dinosaur headbutted to attract mates

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Discovery: Dome-Headed Dinosaur Headbutted to Attract Mates A recent discovery in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert has provided the most complete and oldest fossil record of a dome-headed dinosaur species known as Pachycephalosaurus. This remarkable find has unveiled new insights into the behavior and anatomy of these fascinating creatures that roamed the Earth over 70 […]

242-million-year-old fossil reveals unexpected secrets of the oldest lizard ancestor

242-million-year-old fossil reveals unexpected secrets of the oldest lizard ancestor A new fossil discovered in Devon, England, unveiled the oldest known lizard family member of the squamates group, shedding light on the early evolution of these reptiles. The fossil, dating back 242 million years, provides valuable insights into the origins of lizards and snakes, challenging […]

80-million-year-old fossils expose dinosaurs’ fatal bone infection

80-million-year-old Fossils Expose Dinosaurs’ Fatal Bone Infection Eighty million years ago, in what is now Brazil, a silent killer impacted the giants that once roamed the Earth. Recent discoveries of 80-million-year-old fossils have shed light on a fatal bone infection that plagued dinosaurs during the Late Cretaceous period. This groundbreaking finding offers a unique glimpse […]

Two baby pterosaurs with broken wings solve centuries-old mystery at Solnhofen  

Two Baby Pterosaurs with Broken Wings Solve Centuries-Old Mystery at Solnhofen In a new study, scientists investigated two extraordinary baby pterosaur fossils with broken wings, as discovered in the Solnhofen Limestone of Germany. These fossils have shed light on a mystery that has puzzled researchers for centuries – the flying abilities of these ancient reptiles. […]

26-million-year-old fossil with sharp teeth reveals fierce origins of modern whales

The Fierce Origins of Modern Whales: Unveiling the Story Behind a 26-Million-Year-Old Fossil A fossil pulled from Victoria’s Surf Coast has revealed a very different kind of whale, shedding light on the evolutionary journey of these majestic marine creatures. This 26-million-year-old fossil, adorned with sharp teeth, provides a fascinating glimpse into the ancient past and […]

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