A new study reveals hidden bone structures that may hold the key to the evolutionary success of goannas in Australia.

Osteoderms are not new to science. They are common in crocodiles, armadillos and even ancient dinosaurs like the Stegosaurus. But their true role in reptiles is still being studied.

Scientists have discovered that monitor lizards, including Australian goannas, share a hidden bone structure called osteoderms with dinosaurs, significantly expanding known cases.

Beneath the scales of Australia's iconic monitor lizards (commonly known as goannas), scientists have discovered an unexpected secret: a hidden layer of bony skin structures known as osteoderms. These ...

Scientists have discovered that monitor lizards, including Australian goannas, possess hidden bony plates called osteoderms, ...

An Australian lizard in the same genus as the komodo dragon has been found harboring secret bone chainmail under their scaly ...

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The Discovery Village boat ramp, in Shady Side, one of three public boat ramps in the county, is closed after Anne Arundel County Council ended the lease between the county and the property owners.