Paleontology
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Superhuman·Oct 11Researchers discover ancient predator fossil inside Egyptian limestone
Advanced 3D X ray scans of a 45 million year old skull found in limestone used for Egyptian monuments revealed a new extinct crocodilian genus. The species, named Herugavialis, belongs to a family of long snouted aquatic predators.
Superhuman·Sep 20Fossil teeth analysis shows Tyrannosaurus rex was warm blooded
New geochemical testing on preserved dinosaur teeth reveals that Tyrannosaurus rex maintained an internal body temperature near 97 degrees Fahrenheit. This suggests the apex predator regulated its own heat like mammals rather than relying on sun exposure like cold blooded reptiles.
Superhuman·Sep 6Researchers use artificial intelligence to recreate soundscapes of prehistoric forests
Scientists analyzed the preserved wing structures of twenty fossilized insects to generate audio of prehistoric calls. An artificial intelligence model predicted acoustic qualities based on the spacing of wing ridges. The project offers a unique auditory perspective on forest ecosystems from millions of years ago.