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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
Using 3D Printing to Reconstruct Dinosaurs, Students Learn to Think Like Paleontologists See how students are using 3D printing technology to reconstruct dinosaurs, bringing paleontology and innovation together. August 2, 2013 Which Came First: The Bird or the Bird Brain? Explore the evolutionary sequence of birds and their brains, shedding light on the development of flight and intelligence. July 31, 2013 Museum Artist Steve Quinn Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award Museum artist Steve Quinn is recognized with a lifetime achievement award. July 29, 2013 Happy National Moth Week! Celebrate National Moth Week with fascinating facts, research, and appreciation for these vital and diverse insects. July 23, 2013 An Obsession with Oddity: Sir Richard Owen and the Aye-Aye Learn about Sir Richard Owen's fascination with the aye-aye and its role in the scientific study of unusual species. July 16, 2013 Andrewsarchus, "Superb Skull of a Gigantic Beast" In 1923, in Inner Mongolia, a young paleontological assistant came upon 'the superb skull of a gigantic beast.' July 3, 2013 Ancient Trilobite Fossils on Display Discover 15 exquisitely preserved trilobite fossils. June 13, 2013 Researchers Discover Oldest Primate Fossil Skeleton on Record The most complete primate fossil skeleton offers insights into early evolution and primate history. June 5, 2013 Epic Encounter: Giant Squid and Sperm Whale Explore the epic underwater battle between the giant squid and sperm whale, brought to life in this captivating exhibit. May 29, 2013 The Science Behind De-Extinction Delve into the science and ethics of de-extinction, the efforts to revive species. May 24, 2013 Scientific Snapshots Capture Evolutionary Stepping Stone to Land Plants, Animals Green algae ate bacteria, leading to photosynthetic algae and land plants, and paving the way for the rise of animals. May 23, 2013 Doodle 4 Google Winners on Display at the Museum View creative artwork from the Doodle 4 Google competition, showcasing the imagination and talent of young artists. May 23, 2013
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