Âé¶¹´«Ã½

    Advertisement
    In the last 7 days
    The Conversation (AU)16:18 9-Jun-25
    Botany One10:01 3-Jun-25
    BBC Countryfile Magazine04:26 4-Jun-25
    The Times of Israel01:35 5-Jun-25
    The Scotsman19:03 4-Jun-25
    Study Finds13:24 4-Jun-25
    Indian Express12:12 4-Jun-25
    In the last 14 days
    Cosmos16:27 30-May-25
    Forbes15:04 27-May-25
    BBC05:34 1-Jun-25
    Popular Mechanics09:16 30-May-25
    The Independent09:11 28-May-25
    Discover Magazine16:31 2-Jun-25
    Daily Star14:31 2-Jun-25
    Live Science10:29 28-May-25
    CBC.ca07:05 1-Jun-25
    Live Science14:09 29-May-25
    Phys.org15:30 28-May-25
    The Kansas City Star16:35 27-May-25
    Rock Hill Herald20:31 2-Jun-25
    Archaeology Magazine16:32 2-Jun-25
    Discover Magazine09:03 2-Jun-25
    Psychology Today08:04 2-Jun-25
    Cosmos03:16 1-Jun-25
    Knowridge Science Report10:18 31-May-25
    Nature.com02:04 31-May-25
    Victoria Buzz19:16 30-May-25
    The Greek Herald07:54 30-May-25
    Nautilus06:31 30-May-25
    ScienceDaily22:34 29-May-25
    Smithsonian Magazine09:39 29-May-25
    Popular Mechanics09:23 29-May-25

    About our Palaeontology news

    Latest news on palaeontology, covering fossil discoveries, dinosaurs, evolution, prehistoric life, ancient humans, and major extinction events.

    Palaeontology, the scientific study of prehistoric life through fossils, continues to reshape our understanding of Earth's history. With cutting-edge technologies like CT scanning, DNA analysis, and improved dating methods, researchers are uncovering new species and revising long-held theories about ancient organisms and ecosystems.

    Recent developments include remarkable discoveries of feathered dinosaur fossils in China, new hominin remains in Africa and Southeast Asia, and the identification of previously unknown mass extinction events. The ongoing debate surrounding the potential sixth mass extinction has intensified as scientists evaluate current biodiversity loss against prehistoric extinction patterns.

    Beyond the scientific community, palaeontology captivates public imagination through museum exhibitions, documentary films, and citizen science initiatives. Local fossil hunting groups and educational programmes throughout Britain offer opportunities for enthusiasts to participate in real discoveries, while palaeontology-themed events draw thousands of visitors each year.

    The field has evolved significantly since its 19th-century foundations, when pioneering figures like Mary Anning made groundbreaking discoveries along the Dorset coast. Today's palaeontologists employ multidisciplinary approaches, collaborating with geneticists, climatologists, and geologists to reconstruct ancient environments and understand how past climate changes affected life on Earth.

    Our Âé¶¹´«Ã½ feed on palaeontology brings you the latest discoveries, research breakthroughs, and scholarly debates from around the world. Whether you're a professional scientist, student, or simply fascinated by Earth's ancient history, this constantly updated feed ensures you stay informed about all developments in this dynamic field.


    Publication filters

    Headline Density

    Sorry, no headlines or news topics were found. Please try different keywords.