‘Fish Lizard’ Fossils Found In The Swiss Alps Belonged To Some Of The Largest Creatures That Ever Lived

‘Fish Lizard’ Fossils Found In The Swiss Alps Belonged To Some Of The Largest Creatures That Ever Lived

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The fossils belong to three ichthyosaurs, and they may have been among the largest animals to ever live on Earth, according to a new study. Ancient creatures could reach 80 tons and 65 feet (20 meters) in length, rivaling modern sperm whales. These “fish lizards” first appeared in the ocean about 250 million years ago,…

Scientists model the surface of Titan, Saturn’s largest moon

Scientists model the surface of Titan, Saturn’s largest moon

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Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, is surprisingly similar to Earth in landscape formations, according to new models produced by planetary scientists. Seen from space, the moon, larger than the planet Mercury, has other similarities to Earth – including rain-filled rivers, lakes and seas – although on Titan rain is liquid methane , falling through nitrogen winds….