Nature : Science World Report

Apr 10, 2014 06:30 PM EDT

Ancient Arachnids had Two Sets of Eyes

Modern-day daddy longlegs are certainly terrifying, dwindling on eight willowy gams. Yet a 305-million-year-old fossil shows that their ancestors may have been more eye-catching.

Apr 10, 2014 06:02 PM EDT

Newly Discovered Crayfish Practices Cannibalism

A tiny crustacean makes its debut as one of the world's smallest crayfish species.

Apr 10, 2014 11:02 AM EDT

Mini 'Tasmanian Tiger' Hunted Larger Prey than Itself

Though Nimbacinus dicksoni--an ancient relative of the Tasmanian tiger--has long been extinct, don't let pictures of this puny little animal fool you. They were huge hunters that often preyed on those larger than themselves.

Apr 09, 2014 03:26 PM EDT

Ancient Shrimp Reveals Oldest Complex Circulatory System

The fossil of a shrimp-like creature that lived nearly 520 million years ago, unearthed with preserved heart and blood vessels, now represents the oldest-known cardiovascular system.

Apr 08, 2014 01:38 PM EDT

T. Rex Skeleton to be Shipped via FedEx to Smithsonian Museum (Video)

The Smithsonian Museum is in for a treat. A T. rex skeleton that was originally found in Montana will soon be heading to the facility to be put on display for the next 50 years.

Apr 07, 2014 04:55 AM EDT

Wildlife Fences Alter Ecosystems and Lead to Disappearance of Certain Species

Wildlife fences are constructed to protect wildlife from poachers, to prevent the spread of disease and lower the threat of human-wildlife conflict. Despite these conservation benefits construction of fences should be considered as the last resort, according to a new finding.

Apr 06, 2014 06:06 PM EDT

"Pacific Ring of Fire" Tungurahua Volcano in Ecuador Undergoes Five-Minute Eruption

The Tungurahua Volcano in Ecuador is among eight volcanoes that make up the Pacific Ring of Fire. It has been active since 1999, especially in the past two months, and it erupted yesterday leaving spectators with quite a site.

Apr 04, 2014 04:19 PM EDT

Yellowstone Bison Migrate to Lower Elevation, Not Possible Volcanic Eruption (Video)

Many bison have been seen fleeing Yellowstone National Park. However, the nature organization is currently working to dispell myths that the supervolcano located in the park--also referred to as Yellowstone Supervolcano--may be about to erupt, causing the animals to leave.

Apr 04, 2014 03:07 PM EDT

Hummingbird History: Study Reveals Creatures Rare, Rapid Evolution

Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, discovered a new family tree for hummingbirds--detailing the creature's migration from Europe, Asia and North America before settling in South American nearly 22 million years ago.

Apr 03, 2014 11:46 PM EDT

Scientists Dismiss Claims that Yellowstone Supervolcano About to Erupt

Yellowstone National Park assured guests and the public on Thursday that a super-volcano under the park was not expected to erupt anytime soon, despite an alarmist video that claimed bison had been seen fleeing to avoid such a calamity.

Apr 03, 2014 10:30 AM EDT

In the Light: Exposure to Morning Sun Might Make you Thinner

Are you a morning person? Does sunshine, newspaper and hot coffee pull you out of bed at 7 a.m. regardless of work or not? If so, chances are your body has a more in-tune circadian rhythm and energy balance, which also means you're more likely to be a healthier weight.

Apr 03, 2014 12:48 AM EDT

Huge Earthquake Off Chile's North Coast Triggers Tsunami

Chilean authorities on Wednesday were assessing the damage from a massive earthquake that struck off the northern coast, causing a small tsunami, but the impact appeared to be mostly limited.