The Synthesis of "prehistoric life"

Discover fossils, the preserved remains of ancient life. Learn how these windows into the past are found and what they teach us about Earth's history.

Discover paleontology, the science of studying ancient life through fossils to understand evolution, past climates, and the history of Earth.

Discover the fossil record, the Earth's diary written in stone. Learn how these ancient remains reveal the history of life and evidence for evolution.

Discover hominids, the primate family including great apes and all early human ancestors. Learn about their evolution and our shared lineage.

Explore why prehistoric settings, from dinosaur-filled worlds to early human struggles, create compelling and immersive lore in modern video games.

An overview of Neanderthals, our closest extinct relatives, and how their ancient DNA continues to influence modern humans today.

Discover the Stone Age, the vast prehistoric era defined by stone tools that laid the foundation for all human civilization and technology.

Discover the Ubaid period (c. 6500-3800 BCE), the crucial prehistoric era in Mesopotamia that laid the groundwork for the world's first cities.

Explore the Mogollon, a prehistoric culture of the American Southwest known for its unique pottery, pit houses, and lasting ancestral legacy.

Explore abiogenesis, the scientific process of how life arises from non-living matter. Learn about key theories and modern research.