The discovery, in a bizarre animal not closely related to birds, could change how scientists think about the origin of ...

Body coverings such as hair and feathers have played a central role in evolution. They enabled warm-bloodedness by insulating ...

Called osteoderms, the chain mail-like plates may have helped some species adapt to Australia’s harsh environment ...

A 247-million-year-old fossil reptile boasted an enormous crest on its back made from feather-like appendages, long before the appearance of feathered dinosaurs ...

A new study has found that horses with higher parasitic loads also have worse coat conditions, thanks to the development of a ...

This octopus breaks the rules and leaves its tidal pool, crossing the rocky coastline before diving into another tidal pool ...

Australian goannas adapted remarkably well to harsh climates. Scientists looking for hidden bone structures in lizards may be ...

Nature showcases incredible shape-shifting abilities in various animals for survival. From the mimic octopus's deceptive ...

Preserved in tan stone, the fossil of Mirasaura included much of the ancient reptile’s skeleton and a feather-like fan that ...

The wellness industry is seeing a surge in veganism and clean beauty, leading to the rise of plant-based collagen. While ...

Mirasaura grauvogeli had a featherlike crest and a tail like a monkey. “It's been a long time since I've been so blown away by a new fossil discovery.” ...

One of the best indoor houseplants, aloe vera is known for being an easy going, low-maintenance succulent plant. But there’s ...