Dinosaurs
Giant prehistoric ichthyosaur found in UK might be largest marine reptile ever, say scientists
The ocean titan, identified as a new species of giant ichthyosaur, could have been as big as a blue whale.
A gigantic prehistoric sea monster discovered on the UK’s Jurassic Coast has got scientists excited
Join Sir David Attenborough as he unravels the mysteries of this captivating creature in his documentary, Attenborough and the Giant Sea Monster
“This place was just crazy rich with dinosaur footprints”. Scientists buzzing after huge prehistoric discovery in Alaska
A team of researchers have found a large group of dinosaur tracks, fossilised plants and tree stumps in north-west Alaska, offering new insights into climate and animal movement 100 million years ago.
Giant prehistoric sea lizard with dagger-like teeth discovered in Morocco – and it has scientists very excited
The fossils of a new species of marine lizard that lived 66 million years ago provide evidence that our oceans were once filled with a vast number of apex predators compared to today.
How were dinosaur footprints preserved?
Anjana Khatwa explains how how dinosaur footprints have managed to survive thousands of years
How powerful was the bite of a T.rex?
We take a look at the bite power of one of the world's most famous dinosaurs, the T. Rex
Sir David Attenborough talks about unearthing one of the biggest carnivorous creatures the world has ever seen
Sir David Attenborough discusses his new film 'Attenborough and the Giant Sea Monster' – a documentary about the discovery of an enormous pliosaur skull on England's south coast.
What killed the dinosaurs? It may not have been a meteorite that delivered the deadly blow, say scientists
Climate change triggered by colossal volcanic eruptions may have ultimately triggered the dinosaur extinction, suggests new research.
Ice ivory: how the rise of the mammoth tusk industry poses a new threat to elephants
The close similarities between the tusks of mammoths and elephants present new threats to several wildlife species and the environment, suggests a new study by the University of Portsmouth.
Patagotitan mayorum: Meet the largest dinosaur to have ever roamed the earth
Patagotitan is likely the biggest dinosaur to have ever lived. Here’s how it lived its supersized life.
What’s special about the UK's Jurassic Coast?
Anjana Khatwa explains why the Jurassic Coast is a Mecca for fossil hunters
Can a dinosaur be mummified?
Did you know, in rare cases, dinosaurs can be mummified? Dr Anjana Khatwa explains
Best dinosaur documentaries to watch
Dinosaur obsessed? Take a look at our guide of the best dinosaur documentaries out there and learn even more about these remarkable reptiles.
What are coprolites?
How fossilised poo can tell us a lot about ancient animals that once roamed the earth
How to watch Secrets of the Jurassic Dinosaurs
Biologist and natural history presenter Liz Bonnin takes us on a journey to prehistoric Wyoming in the western USA in this two-part series for BBC Two.
How did herbivore dinosaurs get enough food?
Karen Emslie explains how plant-eating dinosaurs, with tiny their heads and enormous bodies, found enough food to eat, despite limited resources
What was the world’s largest dinosaur?
It’s really hard to know what was the largest dinosaur in the world, but scientists are able to make estimations based on the fossilised bones that they have found.
Were dinosaurs warm-blooded?
Were dinosaurs warm-blooded or cold-blooded? We take a look at the evidence
Fossils guide: how they’re formed, where to find them and whether it’s ok to keep them
Fossils allow us to peer back in time and learn about the prehistoric creatures that once roamed our planet, and how they behaved and interacted with each other.
Evolution explained: what evolution is, how evolution works - and how some dinosaurs turned into birds
Humans have always looked for ways to explain the origins and diversity of life on Earth. The theory of evolution provides us with most of the answers...
Best dinosaur gifts for adults and people of all ages
It's not just children that love dinosaurs, so why not treat the grown-up dino-fan in your life to one of these wonderful gifts? Enjoy great gift ideas from the team at BBC Wildlife magazine
Best dinosaur toys and games for children of all ages
Read our pick of the absolute best dinosaur toys and games for children of all ages
How to watch Jurassic World Dominion – and the science behind bringing back dinosaurs
With the release of Jurassic World Dominion, we examine whether it would be possible to bring dinosaurs back from extinction
Mary Anning: A guide to the pioneering palaeontologist
Read our guide on Mary Anning and the incredible discoveries she made but never received the full recognition she deserved.