evolution
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Why Reptiles Outshine Mammals in the Color Spectrum
New research explores why mammals remain largely drab compared to the vibrant hues of reptiles, birds, and fish, pointing to evolutionary history and vision limitations.
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Prototaxites Fossils Redefine Early Land Life, Ending 165-Year Debate
New research confirms that Prototaxites, the towering organisms that dominated early land ecosystems, belong to a previously unknown and extinct lineage of complex life, resolving a century-and-a-half-old scientific mystery and challenging previous classifications as fungi or plants.
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Jurassic Sword Dragon Discovery Sheds Light on Ichthyosaur Evolution
A rare Jurassic Coast ichthyosaur fossil, dubbed the Sword Dragon, reveals crucial clues about a mysterious evolutionary shift among ancient marine reptiles.
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Pokémon and London’s Natural History Museum Unveil Evolution-Themed Pop-Up
Pokémon celebrates its 30th anniversary with a groundbreaking pop-up store at London’s Natural History Museum, blending the worlds of fantasy creatures and scientific discovery in an exclusive, evolution-inspired retail experience.
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How Crocodilians Survived Two Mass Extinctions Over 230 Million Years
A new study reveals how crocodilians’ dietary flexibility and ecological adaptability helped them survive two mass extinction events over 230 million years.
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Unraveling the Social Dynamics of Innovation: How Diverse Teams and Network Structures Drive Collective Creativity
New research reveals surprising insights into how to organize teams for optimal brainstorming, challenging conventional wisdom about group size, communication, and diversity
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Apes Show They Understand When Humans Don’t Know Something: New Insights into Animal Cognition
A new study reveals that bonobos can understand when humans are missing information and will communicate accordingly, challenging previous assumptions about animal cognition