Paléontologie

Who Lived in the Ice Age? The Answer Lies in Fossilized Droppings

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Scientists studying ancient ecosystems have turned to fossilized dung, or coprolites, to reconstruct the biodiversity of the Ice Age. By analyzing the DNA preserved within these specimens, researchers have identified a wide array of megafauna and plant species that once populated prehistoric landscapes, offering a more granular look at late Pleistocene life than skeletal remains … Read more

New Dinosaur Species, Spinosaurus mirabilis, Discovered in Niger

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The Sahara Desert continues to yield remarkable paleontological discoveries, with the recent unearthing of a new species of spinosaurid dinosaur in Niger. Named Spinosaurus mirabilis, meaning “wonderful spine lizard,” this large predator offers crucial insights into the evolution of these fish-eating giants and challenges long-held assumptions about their habitat. The discovery, published in the journal … Read more