When we think of evolution, we think of slow, gradual changes in animal and plant species over millions, perhaps even ...

New research is shaking up our understanding of evolution by revealing that some species may not evolve gradually at all. Instead, scientists discovered that certain marine worms experienced an ...

Meet the Blue Emperor — a giant among dragonflies and a king of the skies. With its vibrant colors and impressive wingspan, ...

“It may be doubted,” Darwin wrote, “if there are any other animals which have played such an important part in the history of ...

Uncover the mysterious tale of "To Kill The Sacred Worm" and the intriguing story behind it. From ancient rituals to modern-day interpretations, explore what makes this story so captivating and ...

A giant, strong-jawed salamander once tunneled through ancient Tennessee soil. And thanks to a fossil unearthed near East ...

Sea anemones may hold the key to the ancient origins of body symmetry. A study from the University of Vienna shows they use a ...

From peaches and lentils to your favourite herb, ancient Mediterranean doctors had strong opinions about what you should (and ...

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their ...

A rare whale tooth unearthed at a Copper Age “mega village” in Spain has shed light on the artistry of Iberian people who ...

A study from the University of Vienna reveals that sea anemones use a molecular mechanism known from bilaterian animals to ...

Among the biggest of its kind, this fossil find is helping scientists trace how today’s diverse species are connected.