Scientists say grooves on a rock face overlooking the Adriatic Sea may have been made by sea turtles fleeing an earthquake.

The North American craton actually dips near the Rockies rather than forming a sharp vertical step as previously believed.

For this installment of "From the Archives," we answer questions about the Balcones Escarpment and the Balcones Fault ...

The Chocolate Hills are 1,776 mounds on Bohol Island in the Philippines where grassy cover turns brown during the dry season.

Microscopic tunnels hidden inside desert rock are forcing scientists to rethink how ancient life spread across Earth. These ...

A series of slowly widening fissures in southern Ethiopia once again drew the attention of scientists and authorities to one ...

Earth is a treasure trove of geological wonders, each more fascinating than the last. These natural formations, sculpted by time and elements, captivate the imagination and offer a glimpse into the ...

Images of a striking, pyramid-like peak in Antarctica have captivated the internet. But behind the dramatic photographs lies a geological feature shaped over millions of years. This episode separates ...

Argentina’s unconventional oil production soared 30% year-on-year in September 2025, reaching a record 550,881 barrels per day, making up two-thirds of total output. The Vaca Muerta shale, among the ...

Standing tall at 1,267 feet in Northeastern Wyoming lies Devils Tower, an iconic natural formation. While much has been learned over time, much about its origins remains beyond scientists’ ability to ...

A piece of rock that rolled off a geological formation in Brazil held the key to the discovery of a new prehistoric species. Giaretta, et al (2025) Papers in Palaeontology As scientist Ariovaldo ...

Researchers have described a whole new family of extinct crocodyliforms based on the fossilized remains of a single teenage croc named Elton discovered in the Blackleaf Formation. When you purchase ...