specimens

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"Through our study and examination of well-preserved fossils collected throughout the north Texas region, we have evidence of violence within this species to a degree not previously seen in other Tylosaurus specimens."

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

"It's important to remember that these were not just body parts or specimens or human remains. They were people."

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The 177 specimens - which included organs and tissue samples - that were investigated were removed from display in 2018.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

It doesn’t hurt, of course, that this veteran dreamweaver’s key cast are entrancing, inviting specimens themselves, led by an inner glow of compassion in Leung that feels like its own natural energy source.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The Dutch physician Jan Swammerdam dissected countless insect specimens to help dispel the notion that each phase of an insect was a completely different species of animal.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman