Most people think of crocodilians as living fossils—stubbornly unchanged, prehistoric relics that have ruled the world's ...

Discover how crocodiles survived two mass extinctions thanks to their flexible diets and habitats, according to research.

For scientists and conservationists, knowing how species survive planetary crises can lead to more effective protection of vulnerable species.

Learn why a comprehensive comparison of crocodile skulls, teeth, and jaws hints that generalists, not specialists are best ...

Utah researchers think they now know how existing crocodiles and alligators were able to survive the last two extinctions.

"There has been a bewildering array of different ecological roles for crocodylomorphs, from terrestrial herbivores and ...

In its 4.5 billion year history, Earth has undergone five mass extinctions and we are potentially in a sixth era of mass death. Today’s crocodylians are the surviving members of a lineage called ...

The creatures cruised the world’s oceans with features we often associate with marine mammals, such as coats of blubber and ...

With an incredible history and mysterious extinction, these fascinating creatures continue to puzzle scientists to this day.

Researching their diet and ability to adapt to planetary upheavals to help protect the most vulnerable species today.

Researchers examined teeth and skulls of 99 extinct crocodylomorph species and 20 living crocodylian species to reconstruct ...