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Did Four-Winged Birds and Dinos Fly the Ancient Skies?
Researchers believe the very first birds inherited a four-wing configuration from their dinosaur ancestors.
Giant Ancient Camel Roamed the Arctic
A cold-weather camel that lived 3.5 million years ago has been discovered in Canada’s High Arctic.
Did Rabbits Kill the Neanderthals?
Neanderthals’ fate was sealed when they passed on a rabbit-rich diet, according to new research.
Ancient Cats and Dogs Got Along, Study Shows
Nine million years ago, saber-toothed cats and bear dogs coexisted by divvying up prey and territory.
Horse Racing’s Triple Crown: 10 Fast Facts
As I’ll Have Another drops out of Saturday’s Belmont Stakes, it will be at least another year before a horse can finally win American racing’s ultimate prize.
Arthritisaurus: Did Elderly Dinos Get Inflamed Joints?
Research suggests the marine reptiles known as pliosaurs got arthritis, and their dinosaur contemporaries might also have suffered from the condition.
Killer Fish Rebellatrix Not Your Typical Coelacanth
Rebellatrix, a new member of the “living fossil” coelacanth group, shows a different side of these ancient (but not extinct) fish.
Vikings Had Mice, Did Travel
The Vikings brought the house mouse species to the areas they settled, including Iceland and Greenland, a new study shows.
Giant Prehistoric Penguin Reconstructed
Researchers have reconstructed an extinct penguin that might have been the tallest in history.
Groundhog Day: History and Facts
Explore Groundhog Day’s shadowy history as well as interesting facts about the custom.
Horse Domestication Happened Across Eurasia, Study Shows
A new DNA study suggests that different groups of people independently tamed horses starting 10,000 years ago.
Powerful Arms Saved Saber-Toothed Killers’ Fearsome Fangs, Study Shows
For prehistoric predators, long fangs and strong arms worked in perfect tandem to seize struggling prey.
War Animals From Horses to Glowworms: 7 Incredible Facts
Explore fascinating stories about the important military contributions of horses and other animals throughout history.
