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Dinosaurs took over the planet because they could endure the cold, scientists say
By Ben Turner published
The researchers say their findings defy stereotypes of dinosaurs only thriving in warm, humid environments.
8-armed Jurassic 'vampire' used supersuckers to trap prey, amazing 3D images reveal
By Nicoletta Lanese published
This cephalopod is related to modern vampire squid.
Dino with 'perfect and unique' butthole also had the oldest belly button known to science
By Ben Turner published
The scar comes from where the reptile was connected to the yolk sac inside its egg.
Massive bulldog-faced dinosaur was like a T. rex on steroids
By Joanna Thompson published
A hefty abelisaurid is the fourth large, predatory dinosaur discovered in Egypt's Bahariya Formation, alongside other sizable Cretaceous carnivores.
Dinosaur 'reaper' with massive claws found in Japan
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
An herbivorous dinosaur used its vicious-looking claws to forage for plants near the shores of Cretaceous seas.
Here's how paleontologists rate 'Jurassic World: Dominion' (Video)
By Laura Geggel published
Two paleontologists weigh in on "Jurassic World: Dominion" with Live Science.
Crocodile-faced dinosaur may have been Europe’s largest ever predator
By Ben Turner published
This massive monster stalked coastal lagoons and sandflats around 125 million years ago.
How little, furry mammals that scurried under dinosaurs' feet came to rule the world
By Laura Geggel published
Where did mammals come from and how did they evolve into more than 5,000 living species today? A new book explains everything about the mammal lineage.
How did ‘Prehistoric Planet’ create such incredible dinosaurs? Find out in a behind-the-scenes peek.
By Patrick Pester published
In a behind-the-scenes look at 'Prehistoric Planet,' see how the creators went to extraordinary lengths to make the dinosaur series feel like an authentic nature documentary.
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