Tapirs are often called “living fossils” because they have changed very little since the Eocene Epoch, which was between 56 ...

In the 1800s, miners found beautifully preserved fossils of animals from the Eocene. In 1800s, miners began working in exposed deposits of mud near the town of Messel, Germany.

The Eocene Epoch was a time of lush forests, steaming swamps, and sprawling open plains. Earth’s climate was warmer, and continents were on the move, forming new land bridges and shifting habitats.

Insect evolution during the Eocene epoch Date: October 25, 2019 Source: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München Summary: Scientists have shown that the incidence of midge and fly larvae in amber ...

Sounds from the Eocene: the first singing cicada from the Messel Pit, Germany. Scientific Reports. Published online on April 29, 2025. doi: 10.1038/s41598-025-94099-7 ...

Aug 2 (Reuters) - Move over, blue whale. There is a new contender for the most massive animal in Earth's history. Scientists on Wednesday described fossils of an early whale unearthed in Peru ...

Researchers created 3D models of ancient tracks in Oregon’s John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The study revealed a glimpse of animal life 50 million years ago.

The Early Eocene Climatic Optimum (56–48 million years ago) was one of the warmest intervals of the last 66 million years, with mean global surface temperatures over 14°C warmer than present.

When Antarctica was lush with forests during the Eocene, there was a carnivorous bird that had a curved beak and terrifying claws. The Magazine; Login; Register; ... However, there was a critical ...

A new study published Wednesday in PLOS One describes two species of lemur-like creatures, the first primate-like animals known to have inhabited the Arctic in the Eocene Epoch.

The tapir is an unusual animal with a long history. It’s hard to miss, thanks to its stocky body and distinctive trunk-like snout. Even though tapirs live on land, your best bet for finding one ...