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Did early whales function the same way as marine reptiles?
07/09/2022
Research from ULiège and RBINS investigated the morphological similarities between the earliest whales and ancient marine reptiles from the dinosaur-era, the mosasaurs. Four specimens from our collections were used for this study.
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Digging Jurassic Dinosaurs in Wyoming: ‘Camarasaurus’ Morris
25/08/2022
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Europe's Oldest Gecko Species Lived in Belgium
10/08/2022
Paleontologists have described a new extinct gecko species from Belgium. The lizard Dollogekko dormaalensis lived 56 million years ago, making it the oldest gecko species in Europe.
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The Geological Survey of Belgium celebrates its 125th birthday
25/07/2022
On December 16th 2021, our Geological Survey of Belgium was exactly 125 years old. This important milestone was celebrated with a colloquium, a book, an award, a birthday cake and excursions.
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Exhibition at the Palace : 2022 edition
19/07/2022
Following an absence of two years due to the Corona crisis, Science & Culture at the Palace is back in a "light" version proposed by the Palace, to facilitate a smooth flow of visitors during these open day.
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Marine mammals in Belgium in 2021
15/07/2022
In the new report 'Strandings and sightings of marine mammals in Belgium in 2021', the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, SeaLife Blankenberge and the University of Liège compile the results of monitoring and scientific research on marine mammals in Belgium in 2021.
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22 species added to the European list of invasive alien species
14/07/2022
A third update of the list of invasive alien species of European concern (the European List) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union on 13 July 2022.
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Experts predict top emerging impacts on ocean biodiversity over next decade
13/07/2022
Co-location of marine activities, lithium extraction from the deep sea, overfishing of deeper-water species, and the unexpected ocean impacts of wildfires and of new biodegradable materials are among fifteen issues experts warn we ought to be addressing now.
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RV Belgica baptised by HRH Princess Elisabeth in Ghent
01/07/2022
On Saturday 25 June 2022, the new Belgian oceanographic research vessel RV Belgica was baptised. The official ceremony took place at the Rigakaai (North Sea Port) in the godfather city of Ghent, where the RV Belgica was moored for a few days for this occasion.
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Discovery of a biodiversity hotspot in Belgium’s farthest offshore waters
02/05/2022
Des scientifiques de l'Institut royal des Sciences naturelles de Belgique ont découvert un point chaud pour la vie marine dans la partie belge de la mer du Nord.