Ancient England snake fossil Paradoxophidion helps explain how modern snakes evolved during warm humid Eocene period.

A n ancient species of snake has been found in England, and it is – and this is a scientific term – “bizarre”. We’re not ...

Fascinating intersections between mythology and science captivate our collective imagination. Ancient narratives often mirror contemporary scientific theories and discoveries in surprising ways. Here, ...

A 3,300-year-old Hittite seal found in Turkey contains the warning 'whoever breaks this will die', likely used to punish ...

A strange little snake fossil found on England’s south coast has finally revealed its secrets—more than 40 years after it was discovered. The newly named Paradoxophidion richardoweni lived around 37 ...

When most people picture Egyptian pyramids, they imagine gold treasures and mummy-filled chambers straight out of an adventure movie. The reality turns out to be far more bizarre. Archaeologists have ...

The specimen was found at Mazon Creek fossil beds, a site known for its beautifully preserved animals and plants.

Archaeology is fascinating stuff. Far from just digging around in the dust and dirt, archaeologists uncover clues about civilization’s past and make groundbreaking discoveries that can sometimes turn ...