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Here’s Why There Aren’t Any Tiny Dinosaurs

There are plenty of teensy animals—just not dinosaurs

August 5, 2026

A New Toad Species Emerges from the La Brea Tar Pits

A paleontological leap thanks to the unusual fossilization in crude oil

August 5, 2026

These Ancient Sea Worms Have “Biometal” Jaws

Not as scary as a great white shark, but the science is fascinating

August 4, 2026

Rec League Sports May be Better at Building Strong Bones Than Weightlifting

Higher intensity physical activities like handball and soccer boost biomarkers for bone formation

August 4, 2026

What Do People Think About?

Sex barely made the list. Coffee and cats fared better.

August 4, 2026

Check Out Rare Images of Borneo’s “Ghosts of the Forest”

The Sunda clouded leopard proves elusive even when there are camera traps aimed at finding them

August 4, 2026

An Explosion of Feces May Have Triggered Earth’s Explosion of Species

The nutrients found in animal excrement should never be discounted

August 4, 2026

The Virtue of Being Simple

A surprising number of creatures don’t benefit from greater intelligence

August 4, 2026

Better Posture Linked to Better Decision Making and Mood

Sitting upright can influence your mind

August 3, 2026

Less Protein, Not More, May Lead to Healthier Aging

A new review takes a closer look at the molecular mechanisms

August 3, 2026

How Dreaming Drains Your Energy

The brain makes its bed long before we dream, and the neurons don’t call all the shots

August 3, 2026