Between 66 million and 215 million years ago, long-necked reptiles called plesiosaurs inhabited the world’s oceans. By ...

For the first time, scientists have completed an in-depth analysis of fossilized soft tissues from a plesiosaur ...

With serpentine necks, flippers and a mouth full of needle-sharp teeth, plesiosaurs have captured imaginations since ...

Discover the fascinating story of a sea cow fossil in Venezuela, providing insights into prehistoric marine life and predator ...

November 27, 2024 Four rare, ancient cephalopods called a Palau nautilus (Nautilus belauensis) were seen swimming across the seafloor. These strange creatures, often referred to as "living fossils ...

Rising mountain peaks and sharp rock formations cover the ocean floor, with corals, sponges, fish, and tons of sea creatures ...

In the quiet cliffs of Stevns, Denmark, a 79-year-old amateur fossil hunter split open a piece of chalk last November and ...

Sea turtle populations are rising thanks to conservation efforts, but climate change and habitat loss still threaten their ...

A cluster of 66-million-year-old fish vomit is a natural, national treasure in Denmark. The rare find shines a light on the ...

A Boston University led team of scientists analyzed a Pacific Ocean seamount that is teeming with biologically diverse corals ...