Latest research on Nanotyrannus, a new species different from the small tyrannosaurus

Latest research on Nanotyrannus, a new species different from the small tyrannosaurus

Growth models also estimate the maximum weight of Nanotyrannus at around 900–1,500 kg and a height of 5 m, only about 15% of the size of the giant Tyrannosaurus rex which reached 8,000 kg and a height of 9 m or more. Furthermore, the study highlights differences in growth patterns with other tyrannosaurs, suggesting that … Read more

Incredible discovery, new sauropod dinosaur revealed in Argentina

Incredible discovery, new sauropod dinosaur revealed in Argentina

The most recent sauropod dinosaur discovered in Argentina, the Sidersaura marae, had impressive dimensions, reaching 20 meters in length and an estimated mass of around 15 tons, complete with a very long tail. The existence of this fossil provides a significant contribution to the narrative of the evolution of sauropod dinosaurs. Within the dinosaur family, … Read more

Geologists claim that trees can predict volcanic eruptions, is that true?

Geologists claim that trees can predict volcanic eruptions, is that true?

This study reveals signs of improving tree health in Yellowstone National Park between 1984 and 2001, highlighting the positive impact of volcanic gases on vegetation. A forest area exposed to volcanic gases shows better levels of health than a similar area not affected by volcanic activity. These findings provide new information on how carbon dioxide … Read more

Identification of a new plesiosaur species in the United States

Identification of a new plesiosaur species in the United States

The Polycotylidae, an interesting group of marine reptiles, are known to first appear in the Aptian period in Australia. However, their evolutionary journey was not limited to the continent, because this group managed to cross the ocean and reach North America in the Albian period. Interestingly, Polycotylids not only spread across North America, but also … Read more

Microraptor fossil whose hunting style is debated by researchers

Microraptor fossil whose hunting style is debated by researchers

This research sparked scientific debate regarding the claim that Microraptor’s toe pads were a key indicator of its aerial hunting ability. Some researchers argue that the pads, even if they strike, may not be enough to definitively conclude that Microraptor was an aerial hunter. However, if these claims turn out to be true, the results … Read more

7 animals often associated with death and bad omens

7 animals often associated with death and bad omens

In various cultures, bats have long been a symbol of death, carrying mysterious connotations and often associated with divination of fate. For example, the Maori people of New Zealand associate bats with the Hokioi, a mythical nocturnal bird said to have the ability to predict death. The famous Maori proverb, “Bats fly at dusk, Hokioi … Read more