Tyrannosaurus Rex is one of the most popular dinosaurs, and as a result, there are many myths and misconceptions about this creature. Many of these myths and misconceptions are the fault – many of which come directly from 1993’s Jurassic Park movie – which for many of us, was one of the reasons we become […]
The word “dinosaur” is derived from the Greek words deinos meaning “terrible” and sauros meaning “lizard”. It means terrible lizard, or fearfully great beast. This term has been applied to any large prehistoric animal that lived during the Mesozoic Era. However, not all of these animals are actually dinosaurs. Many of them are just closely […]
Dinosaurs are some of the most fascinating creatures to ever walk the earth. They fascinate both children and adults alike, and for good reason – they are huge, powerful, and awe-inspiring animals. Fossils are big business, and over the years, a number of extremely expensive fossils have been sold at auction. And it’s not just […]
Dinosaurs are one of the most famous and popular subjects in science. They have been featured in countless books, movies, TV shows, games and toys. But what do we actually know about them? And where can you see the world’s most complete dinosaur skeletons on display? The American Museum of Natural History in New York […]
Dinosaurs are some of the most well-preserved fossils that we have. They can tell us a lot about what the world was like during the time of the dinosaurs, and they continue to be a source of fascination. The first dinosaur fossils were found in the early 1800s, introducing the public to these awesome prehistoric […]
The Cretaceous Period was a time of tremendous change for the planet. The period began 145 million years ago and ended 66 million years ago, lasting close to 80 million years. Some of the most notable changes during the Cretaceous Period include the rise of the dinosaurs, as well as the mass extinction that killed […]
The theories for how the dinosaurs went extinct are many and varied. Some scientists think that a comet, asteroid or meteor hit the earth and caused all sorts of environmental havoc that the dinosaurs couldn’t survive. Other theories include volcanic eruptions, climate change and even disease. But whatever the cause, there’s no doubt that the […]