Palaeontology
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Scientists Discover 210-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur In Zimbabwe
The discovery suggests the region was instead made up of several distinct ecosystems, each home to different dinosaur species.
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Fossilised Dinosaur Droppings Could Reveal Secrets Behind Their Evolution into a Dominant Species, Says Study
A study published in Nature has analysed 200-million-year-old fossilised dinosaur faeces (coprolites), uncovering critical insights into early ecosystems. According to researchers, coprolites contained undigested plant matter, prey remains, and even charcoal, offering a glimpse into dinosaur diets and environmental conditions during the Late Triass...
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First Dinosaur Fossils Unearthed in Hong Kong’s Port Island, Revealing Ancient History
In a groundbreaking find, Hong Kong scientists uncovered the city’s first dinosaur fossils on Port Island. The fossils are believed to date back to the Cretaceous period, representing a significant step for local palaeontology. The fossils will be displayed at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre for public viewing, while Port Island remains t...
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Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong's UNESCO Geopark
For the first time, Hong Kong has discovered dinosaur fossils, marking a significant moment for palaeontology in the region. The fossil, found on Port Island in a UNESCO-listed geopark, dates back to the Cretaceous period. Experts believe the fragments may belong to a larger skeleton. The find opens new research possibilities, and the fossils will ...
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New 'Bizarre' Horned Dinosaur Species Identified in Canada
A new species of dinosaur nicknamed 'Hellboy' because of its bizarre horns has been identified from bones discovered a decade ago in Canada.
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Mary Anning's 215th Birthday Marked by a Google Doodle
19th century fossil collector Mary Anning, from Britain, helped revolutionise the field of palaeontology.
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Scientists Discover 210-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur In Zimbabwe
The discovery suggests the region was instead made up of several distinct ecosystems, each home to different dinosaur species.
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Fossilised Dinosaur Droppings Could Reveal Secrets Behind Their Evolution into a Dominant Species, Says Study
A study published in Nature has analysed 200-million-year-old fossilised dinosaur faeces (coprolites), uncovering critical insights into early ecosystems. According to researchers, coprolites contained undigested plant matter, prey remains, and even charcoal, offering a glimpse into dinosaur diets and environmental conditions during the Late Triass...
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First Dinosaur Fossils Unearthed in Hong Kong’s Port Island, Revealing Ancient History
In a groundbreaking find, Hong Kong scientists uncovered the city’s first dinosaur fossils on Port Island. The fossils are believed to date back to the Cretaceous period, representing a significant step for local palaeontology. The fossils will be displayed at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre for public viewing, while Port Island remains t...
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Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong's UNESCO Geopark
For the first time, Hong Kong has discovered dinosaur fossils, marking a significant moment for palaeontology in the region. The fossil, found on Port Island in a UNESCO-listed geopark, dates back to the Cretaceous period. Experts believe the fragments may belong to a larger skeleton. The find opens new research possibilities, and the fossils will ...
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New 'Bizarre' Horned Dinosaur Species Identified in Canada
A new species of dinosaur nicknamed 'Hellboy' because of its bizarre horns has been identified from bones discovered a decade ago in Canada.
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Mary Anning's 215th Birthday Marked by a Google Doodle
19th century fossil collector Mary Anning, from Britain, helped revolutionise the field of palaeontology.
