Study reveals koala have extinct from their ancient relatives, including marsupial lions and giant wombats. Ancient proteins ...

The marsupial lion, which vanished around 40,000 years ago, was a muscular ambush predator about the size of a modern lion.

Ancient collagen preserved in the bones of extinct Australian mammals is revealing their evolutionary relationships, leading to some surprises.

A version of the mythical Australian “drop bear”, a carnivorous marsupial resembling a koala, actually lived on the continent at least until about 40,000 years ago, scientists revealed in a new study.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Move over dinosaurs, Australia is pitching its oversized megafauna as its latest “dangerous” tourist attraction.

Sleep is one of nature's greatest mysteries, and while we humans aim for seven to nine hours a night, some animals take it to ...

During what began as a simple dental procedure, a sick koala suddenly stopped breathing, sending the veterinary team into a ...

Blood flow in the nose can increase or decrease to control heat exchange. So when reindeer need to cool down, their nose ...

The biological world is always expanding as research is constantly being done. Because of this, many findings often fall ...