Archaeopteris Collection

Archaeopteris hibernica, fossil plant
A fern-like plant, beautifully preserved in yellow sandstone from the Devonian, Kilkenny, Ireland. Specimen is 25 cms long

A Late Devonian Ichthyostega emerges from waters of a floodplain 365 million years ago in what is today the Canadian Arctic

Dipterus fish emerge from a Devonian freshwater lake
Primitive lungfish (fish equipped with rudimentary lungs as well as gills) of the genus Dipterus emerge from a Late Devonian fresh water lake 385 million years ago in what is today North America

Archaeopteris prehistoric tree from the Late Devonian Period, isolated on white background

Archaeopteris tree isolated on white background. Archaeopteris is one of Earthas earliest trees. Like all Devonian vegetation, it used to grow close to waters

A Late Devonian sun sets behind a forest of Archaeopteris plants
A Late Devonian sun sets behind a forest of tall tree-like plants of the genus Archaeopteris 385 million years ago in what is today Europe

The first trees begin to populate Earth near the end of the Devonian period
385 million years ago, near the end of the Devonian period, the first trees began to populate the Earth. Considered the first modern trees

Dicroidium plant on white background. Dicroidium was one of the main components of the supercontinent, Gondwana flora during Triassic

A close-up of a three foot long Ichthyostega from the Late Devonian Period 365 million years ago in what is today the Canadian Arctic

Archaeopteris: Compression fossil in limestone

Archaeopteris hibernica, tree fossil C016 / 4876
Archaeopteris hibernica, fossilised tree branch. The lower section of the branch bears looses cones. This early tree from the Upper Devonian was first thought to have been a fern frond

Archaeopteris hibernica, fossilised tree
A fossilised early tree (Archaeopteris hibernica) from the Upper Devonian, first thought to have been a fern frond. The lower section of the branch bears looses cones. Specimen from Kilkenny, Ireland

Archaeopteris hibernica
Fossil frond of the extinct progymnosperm from Kiltorkan, Kilkenny, Ireland dating from the Upper Devonian. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Prehistoric wetland life, artwork
Prehistoric wetland life. Computer artwork of an Ichthyostega (right) emerging from a prehistoric floodplain around 350 million years ago during the Late Devonian period

Prehistoric pond, artwork
Prehistoric pond. Computer artwork of life in and around a freshwater pond during the Upper Devonian period (around 360 million years ago). In the foreground are two Ichthyostega tetrapods

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"Archaeopteris: A Glimpse into the Prehistoric World" Step back in time to the Late Devonian Period, where ancient landscapes were adorned with remarkable flora and fauna. Among them, Archaeopteris hibernica stands tall as a fossil plant that captivates our imagination. This prehistoric tree, isolated on a white background, showcases its intricate structure and leaves that once flourished millions of years ago. As the sun sets behind a forest plants, we witness the birth of Earth's first trees near the end of the Devonian period. These magnificent giants began populating vast areas such as floodplains and freshwater lakes. In this diverse ecosystem, an Ichthyostega emerges from the waters—a testament to life's adaptation from aquatic to terrestrial habitats. Dipterus fish also make their appearance in these ancient waters—Devonian freshwater lakes teeming with life. Their presence adds another layer to this vibrant tapestry of existence during this era. A close-up reveals an awe-inspiring three-foot-long Ichthyostega specimen from the Late Devonian Period—an extraordinary creature that thrived alongside Archaeopteris trees. Its fossilized remains provide valuable insights into our planet's past and evolution. Within limestone formations lies evidence of compression fossils like Archaeopteris—a reminder preserved for eternity. These remnants tell stories untold about Earth's history and offer scientists invaluable clues about how life evolved over time. One cannot overlook Dicroidium plants standing against a pristine white background—an intriguing contrast between simplicity and complexity within nature itself. Delve deeper into paleontological wonders with Archaeopteris hibernica—the fossilized tree that continues to amaze us even today. Fossil C016 / 4876 serves as a tangible link connecting us to an ancient world long gone but never forgotten. Let your curiosity guide you through time as you explore these relics of the past.