The Christmas Island shrew is thought to be at least the third mammal species to go extinct on the island as a direct result ...

New research shows fossil skin can reveal color patterns in young Diplodocus, changing old ideas about sauropod appearance.

In 1989, paleontologist Darren Tanke suggested that similar breaks were the result of mating as one dinosaur mounted the ...

The manumea, a critically endangered ground pigeon and one of the closest living dodo relatives, has been spotted multiple ...

Experts and novices alike hunt for specimens that could change our understanding of evolution – and all only a short day trip from Melbourne ...

Scientists have discovered the single largest dinosaur track site in the world in Carreras Pampa, Torotoro National Park, ...

With studies of fossilized bones, gut contents, eggshells and more, paleontologists revealed new and captivating details ...

Unexpected arrival is a boon for birdlife in New Zealand, where there are only 500 takahē left ...

Scientists in China uncover crystal-filled dinosaur eggs, revealing a glittering twist in prehistoric life and evolution.

When we think of dinosaurs, fierce giants like Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex) or long-necked sauropods usually come to mind.

Age, neglect and vandalism had spoiled the original Jurassic park, imagined into existence by a gang of visionary Victorians ...