Paleontology & fossils articles
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What fossils tell us about crocodiles
A massive asteroid struck the Earth 66 million years ago, dramatically affecting marine and terrestrial environments, and causing the mass extinction of numerous animal and plant species. The sebecosuchians, a highly-adaptable group of reptiles belonging to the Crocodilian order, were one of the lineages that survived the impact. In a bid to characterise the diet of these ancient species and the environment in which they lived, a team from the LGL-TPE laboratory in Lyon (southeastern France) ...
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Kangaroo fossil unearthed in Victorian cave
The fossil of a short-faced kangaroo was uncovered over a two-year period, and is one of the most complete specimens found in Australia.
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Recently Discovered Fossils That Belong in Your Nightmares
There is no more potent nightmare fuel than a snake the size of a school bus