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Giant Prehistoric Crocodile Species Discovered in UK

A new species of giant crocodile, dating back 150 million years, has been identified from a fossil found on the UK's Jurassic Coast, offering a fresh perspective on the predators that roamed alongside dinosaurs.

Stone Age 'Atlantis' Discovered Off Danish Coast

Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age settlement in the Baltic Sea, revealing a 7,000-year-old lost world of sophisticated hunter-gatherers off Denmark's coast.

Alligator Invades Florida Courtroom, Halts Proceedings

A Florida courtroom descended into chaos as a large alligator ambled through the building, forcing a judge to halt proceedings in a high-profile case. The bizarre incident, captured on security footage, highlights the unpredictable wildlife encounters com

Prehistoric whale species discovered in Australia

Scientists in Australia have discovered a prehistoric whale species, shedding new light on the evolution of marine mammals. The fossil could reshape our understanding of ancient oceans.

When scorpions grew as big as dogs

Discover how prehistoric scorpions grew to terrifying sizes due to extreme CO₂ levels, and what it tells us about our planet's climate history.

Fossil reveals Patrick Star-like creature from 100M years ago

Palaeontologists have uncovered a fascinating fossil of an ancient sea creature that bears a striking resemblance to SpongeBob SquarePants' best friend, Patrick Star. The 100-million-year-old discovery sheds light on prehistoric marine life.

Ancient reindeer hunting traps found in Norway

Archaeologists in Norway have discovered ancient hunting traps used by early humans to hunt reindeer, shedding light on survival strategies in the Arctic over 1,000 years ago.

Neanderthals ate maggots as nutritious food

New research suggests Neanderthals may have deliberately consumed maggots as a protein-rich food source, challenging our perceptions of their dietary habits.

Giant prehistoric tooth found on UK beach

A woman walking along a UK beach made a jaw-dropping discovery: a massive fossilised tooth from a prehistoric predator, sparking excitement among palaeontologists.

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