Palaeontology2 days agoWorld's largest scorpion roamed UK 400 million years ago, says expertFossil fragments suggest the Praearcturus gigas scorpion had a body about one metre long.2 days ago27 Mar 2026Anning 'sick of fossils' letter sells for £15,000Lyme Regis Museum buys a fragment of letter written by the celebrated palaeontologist at auction. 27 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Palaeontologist Anning 'sick of fossils', letter saysThe collector's discoveries helped shape scientific understanding of prehistoric life.18 Mar 202613 Mar 2026When you don't really want your brother's helpWatch Dinosaur on BBC iPlayer.13 Mar 202619 Feb 2026'Smiling' fossil discovered on Holy IslandThe unusual looking fossil is estimated to be a few hundred million years old dating to the Carboniferous period.19 Feb 202617 Feb 2026Scientist names ancient crocodile Jones after 'inspirational' teacherA researcher has named a newly-identified species in honour of his "inspirational" former teacher.17 Feb 202617 Feb 2026Moment teacher told crocodile named after himThe species roamed Earth about 215 million years ago and is described as a “reptilian greyhound”.17 Feb 202615 Feb 2026Museum receives award for Jurassic collectionLyme Regis Museum has been given designated status by Arts Council England.15 Feb 202621 Jan 2026Fossil dating back 410 million years joins museum collectionResearchers say the fossil found in Aberdeenshire is neither plant nor fungus as previously thought.21 Jan 2026...
