Humans in Argentina may have survived 20,000 years ago by hunting giant armadillos, according to a recent study. This discovery adds to the growing evidence that people arrived in the Americas earlier than previously thought. The study sheds light on ancient survival strategies during the Late Pleistocene, offering a glimpse into the life and challenges ...
In South America, jaguars eat caapi roots, also known as ayahuasca, to hallucinate. These wild cats find the roots, chew on them, and enter an altered state. It’s a sight to behold. Jaguars and Their Unique Behavior Jaguars in South America seek out caapi roots, known for their psychoactive properties. They gnaw on these roots ...
Fifty thousand years ago, North America was home to towering giants. Mammoths roamed the tundra, saber-toothed cats hunted in forests, and giant sloths lumbered across plains. But by the end of the Last Ice Age, these majestic creatures vanished. The reasons behind this disappearance have baffled scientists for decades, sparking intense debate and numerous theories. ...
A new study has unveiled that a famous 280-million-year-old fossil may not be all it seemed. Discovered in 1931, the fossil was long believed to represent ancient soft tissues of a reptile. But upon closer inspection, scientists discovered that parts of it were artificially enhanced. The find sparks debate in the paleontological community. Discovery of ...
Streetlights are brightening our nights, but they’re dimming the prospects for insects. The increasing levels of artificial light are toughening tree leaves, making them less edible for insects. This seemingly small change disrupts the entire food chain, leading to broader ecological impacts. Understanding this issue is crucial for addressing the unseen consequences of our urban ...
The catastrophic event that ended the reign of the dinosaurs 66 million years ago left an indelible mark on Earth’s history. While the non-avian dinosaurs vanished, their legacy endured in a surprising way. Modern birds, the distant relatives of those ancient giants, carry within their DNA the story of that cataclysmic event. Scientists have uncovered ...
As humans alter the planet’s climate, scientists turn to Earth’s past to understand future changes. Glaciers, vast ice structures, act as natural archives, preserving records of past climates and ecosystems, including ancient viruses. This unique preservation helps scientists trace how viruses have adapted to shifting climates over millennia. Reading History in Viral Genes Our team ...
In Romania’s Țarcu Mountains, the reintroducing of 170 European Bison is showing promise as a natural solution to climate change. These herbivores, once nearly extinct, are now playing a pivotal role in capturing CO2. Thus potentially offsetting emissions equivalent to 43,000 US cars annually. Rewilding the Bison The European Bison, wiped out from Romania over ...
A new dinosaur species has been discovered, and it’s causing a stir in the scientific community. Named Natovenator polydontus, this creature had a streamlined body, much like modern diving birds. But unlike birds, it wasn’t feathered. This discovery sheds new light on how body shapes evolved independently in different dinosaur groups, offering deeper insights into ...
In the harsh landscapes of Yellowstone, new discoveries challenge what we know about life on Earth. Scientists have uncovered methane-producing microbes in the park’s hot springs. These microbes, different from any known before, shed light on a new branch of life’s family tree. Their discovery opens a door to understanding methane’s role in Earth’s carbon ...
Maria Faith Saligumba
Maria Faith Saligumba
