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Paleontologists Identify Exceptionally Well-Preserved Dinosaur Species in Thailand A multi-institutional team of paleontologists made an astounding discovery in Thailand back in 2012 when they unearthed the fossil of a previously unknown dinosaur species. The remarkable finding was recently published in the journal Diversity, where the group of researchers meticulously detailed the fossil’s origin, characteristics, and state of preservation. The Unearthing of Minimocursor phunoiensis […]

Pink Snapdragon Flower: Beauty, Symbolism, and Beyond The pink snapdragon flower, scientifically known as Antirrhinum majus, is a captivating botanical specimen admired for its vibrant hues and unique shape. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of the pink snapdragon, exploring its scientific attributes, cultural significance, health properties, and much more. 1. Scientific Name and Classification The pink snapdragon belongs to the genus Antirrhinum within the family Plantaginaceae. Its scientific name, Antirrhinum majus, derives from the Greek words “anti,” meaning like, and “rhin,” meaning nose, referring to the flower’s resemblance to a dragon’s snout. Taxonomy and Botanical Details Pink snapdragons are annual or perennial flowering […]

Visual System of Flies Unveils New Cell Types: NYU Researchers' Breakthrough In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from New York University have unveiled previously unknown cell types in the visual system of fruit flies. Their innovative tool, designed to find and label neurons during development, has opened up new avenues for understanding brain circuits and behavior. Combining Data and Algorithm: A Step Forward in Fly Neuroscience The […]

Nikon Small World: Unbelievable Macro Shots Nikon Small World is regarded as the leading forum for showcasing the beauty and complexity of life as seen through the light microscope. For over 30 years, Nikon has rewarded the world's best photomicrographers who make critically important scientific contributions to life sciences, bio-research and mat

Earth's 6th Mass Extinction Has Begun, New Study Confirms James Dyke, University of Southampton We are currently witnessing the start of a mass extinction event the likes of which have not been seen on Earth for at least 65 million years. This is the alarming finding of a new study published in the journal Science Advances. The research was

Beautiful examples of eyes in nature Brad Goodspeed, self proclaimed skeptic and blogger, caught our eye (pun intended?) with his post  "Eyes from around the animal kingdom". According to Brad, the inspiration for the post came from the realization that: [the eyes are] the organ that seems to act as lightning rod in the debate between creation

Dragonfly nymph exoskeleton I thought I’d share a picture I took of a dragonfly nymph’s exoskeleton. The picture was taken on the shore of Lake Penage, in Ontario. The larval stage of large dragonflies may last as long as five years. In smaller species, this stage may last between two months and three years. When the larva is ready to metamorph

50 Facts About Plants Did you know that bamboo can grow 91cm in a single day?  Or that before the 17th century, purple was the color of almost all cultivated carrots?  And that rhubarb's stems are delicious (especially in pies) but the leaves are poisonous? These facts about plants and 47 more are contained in the infographic below...