Dinosaurs
Coverage of Dinosaurs in the Nexus archive.
- New dinosaur species identified in New Mexico, researchers say
A new dinosaur species, a troodontid, has been identified in New Mexico. The creature was a two-legged, bird-like omnivore known for having unusually large brains compared to other dinosaurs.
- New research contradicts popular theory that a nuclear winter wiped out the dinosaurs
New research challenges the theory that a nuclear winter caused the extinction of dinosaurs, suggesting instead they were wiped out in a faster and hotter event than previously believed.
- Scientists identify the rare meteorite that killed the dinosaurs 66 million years ago
Scientists identified a rare CO chondrite asteroid from a distant solar system region as the likely cause of the dinosaur extinction 66 million years ago. The asteroid's unusual chemistry suggests that planet-cooling dust and debris, rather than sulfur, contributed to the mass extinction.
- Sharks are arriving for NY’s 4th of July holiday, but this new tech is keeping bites at bay
Sharks are arriving in New York for the 4th of July holiday, but new technology is being used to prevent bites. The article references a metaphorical 'robots versus dinosaurs' dynamic.
- The asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs may have created a vast underground habitat for life that lasted 8 million years
The asteroid that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs may have created a vast underground habitat for life that persisted for 8 million years.
- T. rex’s tiny arms may have evolved for a surprisingly brutal reason
Scientists believe T. rex's tiny arms evolved due to its giant head becoming a powerful hunting tool, making arms less necessary for predators. This evolution occurred across multiple dinosaur groups, particularly in those hunting large prey. The deadly bite of T. rex made its arms less relevant.
- What would it have been like to experience the dinosaur-killing asteroid? Scientists reveal a blow-by-blow account of one of the most catastrophic events in history
Scientists have revealed a detailed account of the dinosaur-killing asteroid event, one of the most catastrophic events in history. The asteroid impact is believed to have caused massive destruction and led to the extinction of dinosaurs. This event occurred around 65 million years ago.
- Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago
New research suggests giant octopuses dominated ancient oceans 100 million years ago, acting as apex predators with powerful jaws. Fossilized remains indicate these creatures could reach 20 meters in length, challenging previous assumptions about their timid, soft-bodied nature.
- 60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
Fossilized jaws indicate that a 60-foot octopus, similar to a kraken, existed during the age of dinosaurs and coexisted with other marine predators. The discovery highlights the presence of massive cephalopods in ancient oceans.