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fromWashington Post
9 months ago

Scientists discover giant aquatic predator from a time before dinosaurs

A new apex predator species, Gaiasia jennyae, with unique features and adaptations was discovered in freshwater in Namibia, providing valuable insights into the diversity and distribution of early tetrapods.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
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Yukon gold miners are unearthing mummified ancient creatures and truckloads of fossils from the Ice Age. Take a look.

Gold mining in Yukon regularly uncovers Ice Age animal remains, which paleontologists study to learn about the past.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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Lasers, Waffle Fries and the Secrets in Pterosaurs' Tails

Pterosaur tail vanes aided in maneuvering during flight, revealed by advanced laser scanning technology.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
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Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in Siberia

Scientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
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fromWashington Post
9 months ago

Scientists discover giant aquatic predator from a time before dinosaurs

A new apex predator species, Gaiasia jennyae, with unique features and adaptations was discovered in freshwater in Namibia, providing valuable insights into the diversity and distribution of early tetrapods.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
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Yukon gold miners are unearthing mummified ancient creatures and truckloads of fossils from the Ice Age. Take a look.

Gold mining in Yukon regularly uncovers Ice Age animal remains, which paleontologists study to learn about the past.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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Lasers, Waffle Fries and the Secrets in Pterosaurs' Tails

Pterosaur tail vanes aided in maneuvering during flight, revealed by advanced laser scanning technology.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
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Scientists study 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten frozen in Siberia

Scientists revealed significant differences between a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed kitten and modern lion cubs, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric mammals.
more#paleontology
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fromSacramento Bee
1 week ago

Unusually complete whale fossil excavated from Central Coast beach

A complete whale fossil was discovered by Chris Driesbach along the Gaviota Coast, after storms exposed it.
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fromMail Online
3 months ago

Scientists reveal face of 'completely unknown' human ancestor

Scientists have reconstructed the face of Denisovans using the Harbin skull, shedding light on our evolutionary history and their connection to modern humans.
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fromNature
3 weeks ago

Mysterious human fossil found in Taiwan was a Denisovan

Discovery of a Denisovan jawbone in Taiwan expands their geographical range and understanding of this ancient human group.
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fromNature
2 weeks ago

Daily briefing: Mysterious Taiwan fossil is Denisovan

A Denisovan jawbone discovery expands our understanding of their geographical distribution.
Early-career researchers are proactively addressing mental health challenges in academia.
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fromMail Online
3 months ago

Scientists reveal face of 'completely unknown' human ancestor

Scientists have reconstructed the face of Denisovans using the Harbin skull, shedding light on our evolutionary history and their connection to modern humans.
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fromNature
3 weeks ago

Mysterious human fossil found in Taiwan was a Denisovan

Discovery of a Denisovan jawbone in Taiwan expands their geographical range and understanding of this ancient human group.
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fromNature
2 weeks ago

Daily briefing: Mysterious Taiwan fossil is Denisovan

A Denisovan jawbone discovery expands our understanding of their geographical distribution.
Early-career researchers are proactively addressing mental health challenges in academia.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Bone fragments of oldest known human face in western Europe found in Spain

The oldest known human fossil face in western Europe has been found in Spain, suggesting multiple early human species inhabited the region.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Oldest human FACE: Ancient man lived in Spain 1.4 million years ago

Discovery of the oldest human face in Western Europe may change theories on human evolution.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Spain: Scientists uncover oldest face in Western Europe DW 03/13/2025

A newly discovered fossil in Spain, nicknamed 'Pink', could represent a previously unknown human species from 1.1 to 1.4 million years ago.
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fromMail Online
4 months ago

Scientists uncover lost 'big head' people who lived alongside humans

A newly identified species, Homo julurensis, may have lived alongside Homo sapiens, distinguished by their abnormally large skulls and advanced characteristics.
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fromMail Online
5 months ago

New human species that went extinct 200,000 years ago discovered

A new human species, Homo juluensis, was discovered in China, showcasing significant cranial differences and offering insights into early human evolution.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago
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The legacy of Lucy, the Australopithecus' that changed our idea of human evolution 50 years ago

Lucy's discovery revolutionized paleoanthropology by providing crucial insights into human evolution, establishing connections to early hominid species.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Bone fragments of oldest known human face in western Europe found in Spain

The oldest known human fossil face in western Europe has been found in Spain, suggesting multiple early human species inhabited the region.
Europe news
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Oldest human FACE: Ancient man lived in Spain 1.4 million years ago

Discovery of the oldest human face in Western Europe may change theories on human evolution.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Spain: Scientists uncover oldest face in Western Europe DW 03/13/2025

A newly discovered fossil in Spain, nicknamed 'Pink', could represent a previously unknown human species from 1.1 to 1.4 million years ago.
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fromMail Online
4 months ago

Scientists uncover lost 'big head' people who lived alongside humans

A newly identified species, Homo julurensis, may have lived alongside Homo sapiens, distinguished by their abnormally large skulls and advanced characteristics.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 months ago

New human species that went extinct 200,000 years ago discovered

A new human species, Homo juluensis, was discovered in China, showcasing significant cranial differences and offering insights into early human evolution.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

The legacy of Lucy, the Australopithecus' that changed our idea of human evolution 50 years ago

Lucy's discovery revolutionized paleoanthropology by providing crucial insights into human evolution, establishing connections to early hominid species.
more#human-evolution
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
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Prehistoric mastodon jaw found in backyard by NY homeowner who spotted teeth sticking up from soil

A prehistoric mastodon jaw was discovered in a Hudson Valley backyard, marking the first significant fossil find in New York in 11 years.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
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Meet Lucy, the celebrity of fossils, who changed our view of evolution

The discovery of Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old fossil, revolutionized our understanding of human evolution by extending the timeline of hominin existence.
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fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Millions of ancient fossils were discovered underneath a California high school and it's rewriting the state's history. Take a look.

High school construction uncovered millions of ancient fossils, reshaping California's geological history and revealing previously unknown species.
The discovery highlights the need for further exploration of California's geological past.
fromDefector
10 months ago
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