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News & Blogs New Study Asks: “Where Are the Tiny Dinosaurs?” Research suggests that competition with mammals may explain why non-bird dinosaurs never evolved into truly tiny animals. News & Blogs Gobi Fossil Reshapes the Mammal Family Tree Decades after discovery of extraordinary fossil, scientists are rethinking how early mammals evolved during the Cretaceous.
News & Blogs More Details About Exhibits, Programs for New Gilder Center Announced Exciting exhibits and programs planned for the new Gilder Center, highlighting innovation in science and education. January 12, 2017 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Desmarest’s Hutia The largest endemic mammal in Cuba weighs up to 15 pounds and has a long history on the island. January 6, 2017 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Endemism Explained Cuba's isolation allowed unique plant and animal species that evolved in parallel, influencing one other's life cycles. December 30, 2016 News & Blogs Parasitic Beetle Revealed in Amber Fossil Uncover the discovery of a parasitic beetle preserved in amber, revealing details about its ancient lifestyle and ecology. December 19, 2016 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Coral Reefs Cuba’s amazing coral reefs not only provide homes for countless sea creatures—they’re living structures themselves. December 16, 2016 News & Blogs Study Doubles Estimate of World Bird Species New research doubles the estimated number of bird species worldwide, transforming our understanding of avian biodiversity. December 13, 2016 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Amazing Anoles Discover the amazing anoles of Cuba, showcasing their unique adaptations and roles in the island’s ecosystems. December 9, 2016 News & Blogs Climate Change Generated Mixed Responses in Ice Age Vertebrates Learn how climate change impacted Ice Age vertebrates and shaped their evolutionary trajectories. December 7, 2016 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Cuban Crocodiles A Cuban crocodile’s unique adaptations help it play a critical role in island ecosystems. November 25, 2016 News & Blogs Animals of Cuba: Big Bird Meet Ornimegalonyx, the largest known owl, which inhabited Cuba and preyed on a variety of mammals, including hutias. November 18, 2016 News & Blogs 200,000 Years in Seven Minutes Journey through 200,000 years of human history in just seven minutes, highlighting key moments that shaped our world. November 14, 2016 News & Blogs Get Packing: Paleontology Science starts when you pack your bags. Here’s some of the gear our paleontologists have on hand in the field. November 3, 2016
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