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Giant Armadillo: Evidence of early human exploitation in Argentina
Tool marks could be among oldest known evidence for human occupation in southern South America.
Meet Gaiasia Jennyae, the swamp creature with a toilet seat-shaped head
The giant salamander-like creature was a top predator in the ice age before the dinosaurs.
Denisovans survived on the Tibetan plateau for 160,000 years
A new Denisovan fossil sheds light on the species' ability to survive in fluctuating climatic conditions.
Death of the dinosaurs helped grapes spread globally
60-million-year-old grape seeds reveal the death of the dinosaurs may have paved the way for grapes to spread.
Rapid volcanic ash preserved trilobites reveal ‘unprecedented’ detail
Stunning fossils reveal 3D anatomy of arthropods that lived a half-billion years ago.
Modern tech uncovers secrets of 250 million-year-old ‘Elgin Marvel’ fossil
Details of an ancient cousin of modern-day mammals have been revealed.
Ancient mystery of prehistoric salmon with front teeth
Paleontologists believe the teeth may have been used for defense, competitive fighting, or as digging tools.
A new great ape species lived in Germany 11 million years ago
First ever report of two ancient ape species cohabiting in Miocene Europe.
Stirring evolution: How Earth’s ancient sea creatures shaped change
This may have affected the distribution of important resources.
The Fascinating Growth Rates of Dinosaurs Revealed
High growth rates apparently a common feature among early Mesozoic animals.