The greenland shark was always known to be long-lived, but it wasn't until now that it became clear just how long they live for.
A species of invasive fish in the United States has prompted a warning from wildlife authorities in multiple states.
Scientists have identified species of wren that have almost doubled in size due to a unique evolutionary phenomenon.
A new type of gargantuan dinosaur that was longer than Diplodocus has been identified by researchers in Thailand.
Excavations at Israel's Tinshemet Cave have revealed a level of inter-species co-operation never seen before.
A giant, visually striking invasive species of spider has been spreading rapidly across the continental United States.
The remains of a prehistoric skeleton found in a cave in South Africa may be something completely new to science.
Colossal Biosciences claims that it should be able to bring the species back within the next decade.
Politicians and scientists alike have been debating the claim that there are four types of aliens visiting Earth.
Evidence of human cannibalism has been found in fossilized bones dating back 850,000 years.
The legendary 'Lord of the Rings' director has set his sights on resurrecting one of New Zealand's most iconic species.
Could Neanderthals, Denisovans and other human species blend seamlessly into the modern world ?
A fossilized skull discovered in the 1930s has now been identified as that of an elusive, ancient species of human.
Paleontologists have discovered a fascinating new species of dinosaur dating back 86 million years.
One of the largest species of squid in the world has been filmed in the Atlantic (although it is just a baby).
This enormous underwater creature has been named after the iconic villain of the Star Wars franchise.
Palaeontologists have discovered a previously unrecognized species of ancient human that lived 100,000 years ago.
The incredible level of preservation has enabled scientists to examine the long-extinct species in great detail.
Biologist Prof Tim Coulson has suggested that one species in particular has the potential to dominate the planet.
We may have yet to discover the fossil remains of some of the largest examples of the species.