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Baby pterosaurs died in ancient storms—and their fossils reveal the truth

Baby Pterosaurs Died In Ancient Storms—and Their Fossils Reveal The Truth

Two tiny pterosaurs, preserved for 150 million years, have revealed a surprising cause of death: violent storms. Researchers at the University of Leicester discovered both hatchlings, nicknamed Lucky and Lucky II, with broken wings—injuries consistent with being tossed through the…

Scientists made plastic that eats carbon

Scientists Made Plastic That Eats Carbon

A team of chemists has discovered how to transform PET plastic waste into BAETA, a material that captures CO2 with remarkable efficiency. Instead of ending up as microplastics in the environment, discarded bottles and textiles could become tools to combat…

Ghost sharks grow teeth on their heads to mate

Ghost Sharks Grow Teeth On Their Heads To Mate

Ghost sharks have evolved rows of true teeth on a bizarre forehead rod used for mating. Fossil and genetic evidence revealed the tenaculum’s teeth develop the same way as those inside the mouth, offering a striking example of evolution’s ability…

Oceans could reach a dangerous tipping point by 2050

Oceans Could Reach A Dangerous Tipping Point By 2050

UC Santa Barbara researchers project that human impacts on oceans will double by 2050, with warming seas and fisheries collapse leading the charge. The tropics and poles face the fastest changes, and coastal regions will be hardest hit, threatening food…