Articles for author: Mitul Biswas

Dinosaur books, Tūranga

7 Science-Based Dinosaur Books for Curious Adults

The massive footprint pressed deep into ancient mud tells a story that spans 150 million years. Standing before that fossilized trace in a museum, you can almost hear the thunderous steps of a creature that once ruled our planet. For adults who’ve never quite outgrown their fascination with these prehistoric giants, the world of dinosaur ...

Was Ellie Sattler Based on a Real Paleobotanist?

Was Ellie Sattler Based on a Real Paleobotanist?

When Dr. Ellie Sattler first appeared on screen in 1993’s Jurassic Park, she wasn’t just another Hollywood character fighting dinosaurs. She was a paleobotanist—a scientist who studies ancient plants through fossils—and her expertise became crucial to understanding why the park’s ecosystem was failing. But as millions of viewers watched her identify toxic plants and piece ...

When Crocs Were Fluffy: The Mammal-Like Reptiles That Defied Labels

When Crocs Were Fluffy: The Mammal-Like Reptiles That Defied Labels

Picture this: millions of years ago, before the age of dinosaurs, creatures that looked more like furry mammals than fearsome reptiles ruled the Earth. These weren’t your typical cold-blooded, scaly beasts lounging in swamps. Instead, they were warm-blooded, fuzzy animals that cared for their young, had complex social behaviors, and dominated ecosystems long before the ...

Did Dinosaurs Evolve From Crocodiles? Not Exactly

Did Dinosaurs Evolve From Crocodiles? Not Exactly

Picture this: you’re standing in a natural history museum, gazing up at the towering skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex, when a child next to you asks their parent, “Did dinosaurs come from crocodiles?” The parent hesitates, glances at the nearby crocodile exhibit, and gives a thoughtful “maybe.” This scenario plays out countless times across museums ...