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Primitive arthropod fossil
Primitive arthropod fossil from the 500 million- year-old Burgess Shale rocks. This is Marrella splendens, the most abundant of the Burgess Shale fossils. It is now extinct. It lived on the seabed and had two long antennae. One of these antennae is at lower right and the head is at lower centre. The multiple legs line the body which extends from the head towards centre right. This animal was a few centimetres in length. The Burgess Shale rocks of Canadas Rocky Mountains preserved soft tissue details rarely found in the fossil record. This allowed them to record the Cambrian Explosion, the evolution of a diverse array of invertebrates from which todays animals evolved
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the wonders of ancient life with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This captivating image showcases a primitive arthropod fossil, Marrella splendens, from the 500 million-year-old Burgess Shale rocks. As one of the most abundant fossils discovered in this famous formation, this extinct creature offers a glimpse into the early stages of arthropod evolution. Bring the mystery and wonder of the prehistoric world into your home or office with this stunning fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a primitive arthropod fossil from the 500 million-year-old Burgess Shale rocks. The star of this image is Marrella splendens, which was once the most abundant species in the Burgess Shale but is now extinct. This fascinating creature resided on the seabed and possessed two long antennae, one of which can be seen at the lower right corner while its head rests at the lower center. Multiple legs line its body, extending from the head towards the center-right side of the frame. Despite being only a few centimeters in length, Marrella splendens played a significant role in Earth's ancient marine ecosystems. What makes this fossil truly remarkable is that it hails from Canada's Rocky Mountains and originates from an era when soft tissue details were rarely preserved in fossils. The Burgess Shale rocks have defied these odds by capturing intricate features that provide invaluable insights into our planet's past. These exceptional preservation conditions have allowed scientists to study and document an event known as the Cambrian Explosion—an evolutionary milestone where a diverse range of invertebrates emerged, ultimately leading to today's animal kingdom. This awe-inspiring photograph not only highlights Marrella splendens' unique characteristics but also serves as a testament to Canada's rich paleontological heritage and its contribution to our understanding of early life forms on Earth.
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