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Contributing Articles in Paleontology

T. rex Display One of Most Intact in the World
One of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world has arrived to be displayed at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.
The Oldest Human Fossils in China
One of the most controversial issues in human origins research is the timing of the first colonization of Asia.
Key Events in the Human Evolution Timeline
To begin learning about human evolution and the evidence for it, start with this timeline for the appearance of the important traits that characterize our species.
Mammalodon and Modern Baleen Whales
New research out of Australia helps paleontologists shed light on the cloudy history of evolution of the early baleen whales.
The Potentially Poisonous Raptor
Based on new research, paleontologists now believe that a small feathered raptor called Sinornithosaurus may have very well been poisonous.
Free Statistical Package Download: PAST
PAST is a commonly used statistical program for palaeontological, ecological, archaeological, and palaeoanthropological research and is a useful tool for teachers.
The T-Rex and Modern Bird Parasites
New studies aim to explain lesions on Tyrannosaurs Rex jawbones. Based on the evidence, the lesions appear to be characteristic of a disease plaguing modern birds.
Out of Africa I, 'Ubeidya, and Dmanisi
Out of Africa I is one of the most important events in human evolution. Recent discoveries in West Asia reveal the first humans left Africa by 1.5 million-years-ago.
The Mammoth, A Brief History
The mammoth is one of the iconic mega beasts that walked the earth. Although several species of mammoth evolved their extinction along with other mega beasts is a mystery
Saber Toothed Cat and a Modern Comparison
One of the most instantly recognisable skeletons on display in museums is that of the Saber Tooth Cat. Today, a modern relative displays some of the same features
Archaeopteryx, Was It a Bird or Dinosaur?
There has long been a debate over the evolution of birds, though when faced with the histology of the Archaeopteryx, dinosaurs are birds' most likely ancestors.
Fossil Footprints and Hominid Evolution
The extraordinary fossil footprints discovered in Africa provide crucial evidence about hominid evolution, or how early man walked.
The Case of the Imaginary Dinosaurs and Fossils
Recently, paleontologists came to the realization that perhaps one-third of "discovered" dinosaur species are simply younger or older versions of other dinosaurs.
New Dinosaur Extinction Theories
The accepted theory is that collision with an asteroid caused the demise of the dinosaurs; this supposition is now being updated.
Neanderthal Diet or Cavemen Eating Habits
The Neanderthals were capable predators and existed on a protein diet ranging from dolphin to dead animals.

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