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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
Iridescent Ammonite Goes On Display At The Museum An 80-million-year-old ammonite fossil with a dazzling iridescent shell is showcased, highlighting ancient marine life. December 1, 2007 Velociraptor Had Feathers Analysis of a Velociraptor forearm fossil reveals quill knobs, providing evidence of feathered dinosaurs. November 28, 2007 New Fossil Indicates Origin And Rise Of Modern Mammals Discovery of a 125-million-year-old mammal fossil provides insights into the early evolution of modern mammals. September 14, 2007 Museum Unveils Spectacular New Mineral Specimen A remarkable mineral specimen is added to the museum's collection, showcasing nature's geological wonders. July 30, 2007 Paleontologists Overturn Claim That Cannibalistic Dinosaur Ate Its Own Paleontologists challenge previous claims of cannibalism in a specific dinosaur species, offering new interpretations. October 2, 2006 110-million-year-old Spider Web With Insect Prey Found Preserved In Amber Rare fossilized spider web in amber contains trapped insects, offering insights into ancient predatory behaviors. June 22, 2006 First Discovery Of Rare Jade In Caribbean Islands Reported By American Museum Of Natural History Scientist Insight Into Ammonite Life History From Well-Preserved "Oases in Water" June 15, 2006 Fossil of New Species of Dwarf Buffalo from Philippines Described Researchers identify Bubalus cebuensis, a miniature buffalo species from Cebu Island, standing only 2.5 feet tall. February 28, 2006 Earliest Rabbit Fossil Found, Suggests Modern Mammal Group Emerged as Dinosaurs Faced Extinction Discovery of a 53-million-year-old rabbit ancestor indicates modern mammals emerged as dinosaurs declined. February 5, 2006 First Ever Fossil Of Sleeping Dinosaur Found In China Discovery of a fossilized dinosaur in a sleeping posture provides unique insights into dinosaur behavior and physiology. October 19, 2004 Remembering Stephen Jay Gould Reflect on the contributions of Stephen Jay Gould to science and his lasting impact on evolutionary biology and paleontology. May 24, 2002
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