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Over 76 million years ago, a massive 31-foot crocodilian with powerful jaws hunted dinosaurs in the eastern United States region- 10 million years ago, this 23-foot crocodile ruled prehistoric Colombia; its fossilised victims reveal a brutal secret
- 230 million years ago Dinosaurs first appeared on earth, but was there apex predator Jurassic like the size of a mouse ever existed? New research finds shocking details
- In Argentina, one fossil bone from a 236-million-year-old cynodont contained a rare clue about birth. Researchers found its newborn size resembled mammals, suggesting live birth evolved 95 million years earlier than thoughtNew fossil evidence challenges the long-held belief that ancient cynodonts laid eggs. A recent study found compelling proof that Chiniquodo...17 Aug, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- Dinosaurs dynasty came to end 66 million years ago but reason behind apex predator's extinction on earth may be due to asteroid force more than one billion times the strength of the atomic blasts at Hiroshima, NagasakiSixty-six million years later, the story of the dinosaurs remains one of nature's most dramatic reminders that life on Earth can change sud...29 Jul, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- Musango matusadonaensis: 210-million-year-old dinosaur challenges what scientists knew about ancient AfricaA new dinosaur species, Musango matusadonaensis, was discovered in Zimbabwe approximately 210 million years ago. This early sauropodomorph ...29 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
- In the 1990s, escaped pet Burmese pythons established themselves in Florida's Everglades; by 2012, road surveys found raccoons down 99.3%, opossums 98.9%, and rabbits effectively goneGiant Burmese pythons, introduced to Florida's Everglades as pets, have caused a dramatic wildlife collapse. Road surveys reveal staggering...01 Jul, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
- Scientists explain how crocodiles survived the asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs — the curious case of ‘living fossils’Crocodiles remarkably survived the dinosaur-ending asteroid impact due to their ability to endure long periods without food and their prese...24 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
- A massive crocodile lurked in Lucy’s world, and early human ancestors may have been its preyScientists have discovered a new ancient crocodile species named Crocodylus lucivenator. This massive reptile lived in East Africa between ...17 Jun, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
- Were T. rex teeth really always visible? Science study raises doubtsNew research published in Science suggests Tyrannosaurus Rex and other theropod dinosaurs may have had lips that covered their teeth when t...08 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
- The Surprising Reason T. rex May Have Sounded More Like a BirdPopular culture imagines a roaring T. rex. However, scientists suggest this is fiction. Fossil evidence does not support loud roars. Instea...06 May, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
- Is that wood? No, it's one of the most deadly predators hiding. Video of Indian crocodile goes viralA viral video showcasing a Gharial, a unique crocodile species native to India, has captivated the internet, drawing attention to its disti...17 Apr, 2025, 02.14 PM IST
- Vasuki Naag was real? Meet the giant ancient snake from Gujarat that was as long as a railway coach or a cricket pitchA giant snake called Vasuki indicus, longer than a school bus, lived in India 47 million years ago. Researchers from the Indian Institute o...23 Feb, 2025, 01.31 PM IST
- Fossils found in Alberta, ground zero for dinosaur discoveries, may reveal new facts about their evolutionThe most significant specimens tended to come from the badlands along the Red Deer River.04 Feb, 2023, 05.40 PM IST
- Extinction Watch: Was the legendary Chinese Dragon actually an alligator?The Chinese alligator also known as the Yangtze alligator, China alligator, or historically the muddy dragon, is endemic to China. It and t...27 Apr, 2020, 11.44 PM IST
- Jurassic-era crocodile with T-rex teeth discovered in MadagascarWashington, July 5 (IANS) Scientists have discovered fossils belonging to an ancient, extinct crocodile relative that has deep and massive ...05 Jul, 2017, 07.53 AM IST
- Punjab to release gharials in rivers to promote eco-tourismPunjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal on Friday approved release of gharials in Sutlej and Beas rivers in the state to promote eco-tour...11 May, 2015, 05.48 PM IST
- Croc MamaFor Augustine, as compared to God, all of physical creation was prope nihil, or next to nothing. Of course, the Saint didn’t mean that lite...03 Sep, 2014, 05.34 AM IST
- Gharial found dead in Katarniaghat wildlife sanctuaryA gharial, categorised as critically endangered species, was found dead near Gerua village in Katarniaghat wildlife sanctuary, a senior for...22 Feb, 2012, 01.37 PM IST
- Dinosaurs 'were able to survive cold conditions'One of the most common theories for the extinction of dinosaurs, nearly 65 million years ago, was plummeting temperatures caused by climate...25 Jan, 2009, 11.14 AM IST
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