Scientists in Antarctica have discovered what may be the oldest modern bird ever found. The 69 million-year-old fossil could ...

A skull fossil uncovered in Antarctica may be the oldest modern bird ever found-a creature the size of a mallard duck that was related to the waterfowl that live near the lakes and oceans today.

“Dinosaurs of Antarctica” will be the exclusive film showing in The Dome on May 31 and June 1, opening weekend of "Ultimate Dinosaurs.” After opening weekend, the giant screen film will be ...

A new study, in which scientists created 3D models of the species’ skull, firmly suggests that V. iaai belongs in the waterfowl family and exhibits traits similar to modern loons and grebes.

Among the many unique qualities of this long-extinct Antarctic bird, it seems to have been the earliest creature that could sing.

A 3D-printed, life-size model of the fossil skull of Asteriornis, held by lead author of the new study Daniel Field of the Unversity of Cambridge. Courtesy of Daniel J. Field, University of Cambridge ...

A 68-million-year-old skull fossil found in Antarctica has revealed the oldest known modern bird, which was likely related to the waterfowl that live by lakes and oceans today, according to new ...

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When dinosaurs first appeared 230 million years ago, mammal-like reptiles and giant crocodile-like creatures ruled the Earth. But gradually, dinosaurs outcompeted the other species.

About Spinosaurus. Not many dinosaurs were bigger than Tyrannosaurus Rex, but the fearsome Spinosaurus held that unique honor. With webbed feet, a paddle tail and a 6-foot sail on its back, this ...