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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
Learn All about the Moose Diorama in New PBS Digital Series The Museum's moose diorama is featured in a new PBS digital series exploring natural history exhibits. December 5, 2013 See Live Spiders in The Power of Poison Experience live animals up close in the exhibit, showcasing their biology, venoms, and their role in ecosystems worldwide. December 4, 2013 Poison in Literature: Agatha Christie Delve into the role of poisons in Agatha Christie’s mysteries and the surprising scientific connections to real life. November 29, 2013 A Born Mimic: Toxic Robber Fly Mimics Tarantula Hawk Wasp Discover the toxic robber fly, a master mimic of the tarantula hawk wasp, and its fascinating evolutionary survival strategy. November 14, 2013 The Power of Poison: Poison as Medicine Deadly substances have been transformed into powerful medical treatments, highlighting the dual nature of poison. November 13, 2013 Giant Platypus? Newly Discovered Fossil Tooth Reveals Largest Platypus on Record Undergraduate Rebecca Pian and colleagues found the tooth of what is, so far, the largest known fossil platypus species. November 13, 2013 Oldest Big Cat: Fossil of Four-Plus Million-Year-Old Big Cat Species Discovered Learn about the discovery of a four-million-year-old big cat fossil, offering new insights into feline evolution. November 13, 2013 Retro Fan Art from the Original Hayden Planetarium Learn about the early days of the Hayden Planetarium, its history, and its pioneering role in astronomy education. October 11, 2013 New Research: Bat Malaria Parasites Linked with Rodents Learn about research linking bat malaria parasites to rodents and its implications for disease ecology. October 7, 2013 Know Your Dart-Poison Frog Explore various species of poison dart frogs, known for their potent toxins and vibrant colors. August 13, 2013 The First Whale: Pakicetus Pakicetus, a four-footed land mammal from 50 million years ago, is considered the earliest known whale. August 7, 2013 Discovering the Golden Poison Frog Explore the vibrant golden poison frog and its role in the ecosystem as one of the most toxic animals. August 6, 2013
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