Deinosuchus, an extinct genus of alligatoroid crocodilian, is closely related to modern alligators and caimans. It roamed the earth 82 to 73 million years ago, during the Late Cretaceous period. The Deinosuchus was an apex predator, with the largest adults measuring a massive 10.64 meters in length. This prehistoric reptile was a formidable creature, with a skull that … [Read more...] about Deinosuchus: The Giant Prehistoric Crocodilian
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The Enigmatic Magdeburg Unicorn: A Mystery of Science and Mythology
In 1663, a partial fossilized skeleton of a woolly rhinoceros was unearthed in Germany, leading to one of the most infamous scientific blunders in history. Dubbed the Magdeburg Unicorn, this bizarre assembly of prehistoric bones became one of the worst fossil reconstructions ever attempted. But how did this mistake happen, and what do we really know about the so-called … [Read more...] about The Enigmatic Magdeburg Unicorn: A Mystery of Science and Mythology
A 9-year-old girl from Maryland finds a “once in a lifetime” megalodon tooth
On Christmas morning, a young, aspiring paleontologist discovered the treasure of a lifetime: a gigantic, 5-inch megalodon tooth. The amazing discovery was made on Calvert Beach by Prince Frederick, Maryland fourth-grader Molly Sampson. According to Molly, who spoke to us, her father's passion for fossils prompted her to spend years searching Maryland's beaches for shark … [Read more...] about A 9-year-old girl from Maryland finds a “once in a lifetime” megalodon tooth
Humans Spent 2 Million Years as the Top Predators as “Hypercarnivores”
New research has shed light on the surprising dietary habits of our ancestors. For millions of years, humans were apex predators, primarily consuming meat. This revelation challenges the common perception that early humans were primarily omnivores, diversifying their diets with plants. Hypercarnivorous Humans The study, published in the American Journal of Physical … [Read more...] about Humans Spent 2 Million Years as the Top Predators as “Hypercarnivores”
180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir
A 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Has Been Discovered in a Reservoir in the United Kingdom In a remarkable discovery, a 180-million-year-old fossil of a sea dragon has been found in a reservoir in the United Kingdom. The fossil, which is believed to be the remains of a new species of sea dragon, was discovered by an amateur fossil hunter in the summer of 2021. The … [Read more...] about 180-Million-Year-Old Sea Dragon Fossil Discovered in UK Reservoir