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science-and-nature2 years ago•7 min saved

"Stunning Dinosaur Embryo Image Takes Top Prize in Nature Competition"

A photography competition held by the BMC Ecology and Evolution journal has showcased stunning images of scientific research, including a dinosaur embryo, fossilized dinosaur blood vessel, parasitic fungi infecting ants and spiders, shark conservation efforts, and an underwater ROV exploring the depths of the Coral Sea Marine Park. The overall winner was an image of an invasive orange pore fungus in Australia. These captivating photos provide a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the ongoing scientific discoveries within it.

via Newsweek|

#dinosaur-embryo #fungal-infections #nature-photography

paleontology2 years ago•2 min saved

Remarkable Discovery: Intact Dinosaur Embryo Unearthed in Fossilized Egg

A perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo belonging to the oviraptorosaur group has been discovered inside a fossilized egg in a Chinese museum. Estimated to be between 66 and 72 million years old, the embryo is one of the most complete ever found and reveals a link between dinosaurs and modern birds. The unhatched creature displayed a posture typical of present-day bird embryos, suggesting that the behavior of tucking during hatching may have originated in ancient theropod dinosaurs. While more fossils are needed for confirmation, this exceptional find provides evidence that certain developmental behaviors in birds may have deeper roots in the theropod lineage.

via IFLScience|

#dinosaur-embryo #evolution #fossilized-egg