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Famous First Reptile Fossil Wasn’t a Reptile After All Study uncovers gills and fish-like teeth in 345-million-year-old fossil, upending long-held ideas on origins of reptiles. New Study Points to Bats Originating in Europe New bat genome and fossil study, the largest ever, finds bats likely originated in Europe around 65 million years ago before goi
Hibernation Explained Discover the science behind hibernation, exploring how animals conserve energy and survive extreme winter conditions. January 31, 2017 Animals of Cuba: Creatures Great and Small Discover the diverse wildlife of Cuba. While evolution on an island favors smaller body size, there are exceptions. January 27, 2017 Island Life Drove Lemur Evolution Discover how living on isolated islands drove the unique evolutionary traits of lemurs in Madagascar. January 19, 2017 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Animals of Cuba: Cuban Crocodiles A Cuban crocodile’s unique adaptations help it play a critical role in island ecosystems. November 25, 2016
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