Brachiopod Collection

Brachiopods - Cyclothyris: The shell of the brachiopod Cyclothyris difformis (Valenciennes), which is often found in sediments that have been deposited in moderate to high energy environments

Antique engraving illustration: Paleozoic fossils

Orders of Molluscs
6338799 Orders of Molluscs by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Orders of Molluscs. Cuttlefish, chambered nautilus, sea angel, sea butterfly, slug, floating sea snail, chiton, oyster)

Mucrospirifer, a fossil brachiopod

Lingula sp. brachiopod
Lingula is a genus of brachiopods within the class Lingulata. Lingula has been around for more that 550 million years

Brachiopods - Meristina: A cluster of shells of the brachiopod Meristina obtusa (J. de C. Sowerby)
Brachiopods - Meristina: A cluster of shells of the brachiopod Meristina obtusa (J.de C. Sowerby). It probably lived in shallow water

Brachiopods - Derbyia: The pedicle valve of the shell of the free living brachiopod Derbyia grandis (Waagen)

Brachiopods - Goniorhynchia: The brachial valve of the shell of the brachiopod Goniorhynchia boueti (Davidson)

Mammals - Macaca: Upper molar of extinct Macaca

Brachiopods - Actinoconchus: Shell of the brachiopod Actinoconchus paradoxus McCoy, which lived attached to hard substrates by a short pedicle

Brachiopods - Strophomena: The brachial valve interior of the shell of the brachiopod Strophomena grandis (J. de C)
Brachiopods - Strophomena: The brachial valve interior of the shell of the brachiopod Strophomena grandis (J.de C. Sowerby), which was probably free-lying

Cancellothyris: The fossilised lamp shell of the brachiopod, the Cancellothyris platysBrunton & Hillier

Brachiopods - Spiriferina: Brachial valve

Ptilodictya

Silurian Brachiopod
Leptaena depressa, a Silurian brachiopod from the Wenlock Limestone near Eastnor, collected by Will Watson

Fossil stone swallow brachiopods C016 / 5992
Fossil stone swallow brachiopods (Sinospirifer sp). These specimens of the marine animal are from the Devonian rocks of China

Brachiopod fossils C016 / 4868
Brachiopod fossils. Brachiopods are marine invertebrates inhabiting a bivalve shell, similar to todays marine molluscs. They were common between 590 and 65 million years ago

Camarotoechi, brachiopod fossils C016 / 4846
Camarotoechi, brachiopod fossils. Brachiopods are marine invertebrates inhabiting a bivalve shell, similar to todays marine molluscs

Sinospirifer sp. stone swallow (Shih-yen) brachiopods
A collection of stone swallow (Shih-yen) brachiopods from the Devonian rocks of China

Brachiopods mounted with Chinese medicinal recipe
Fossil brachiopods (Sinospirifer chaoi Grabau) from the Upper Devonian, probably South China; purchased from a Chinese drug store in Singapore, prsed Prof. C.H.R. Koenigswald 1949

Roman lamp and fossil brachiopod
PDT replica of roman lamp and the fossil brachiopod (Terebratula maxima Charlesworth) from the Pliocene. Coralline Crag. Park Pit, Sudbourne Park, Suffolk

Cyrtopirifer verneuili (Murchison), Delabole butterfly brach
A Delabole butterfly brachiopod (Cyrtopirifer verneuili Murchison) specimen from the Upper Devonian, Delabole Quarry, nr Camelford, Cornwall

Spiriferina, a fossil brachiopod
Remarkable preservation of the delicate brachidium which supported the lophophore in a French Jurassic specimen of the spiriferide brachiopod, Spiriferina

Camarotoechi, brachiopod
Shown here is a slab containing many Silurian brachiopods. Brachiopods belong to their own phylum (Brachiopoda). General characteristics include a pair of protective shells

Doleorthis, brachiopod
Shown here is Doleorthis, a Silurian brachiopod. Brachiopods belong to their own phylum (Brachiopoda). General characteristics include a pair of protective shells

Lingula beani, brachiopod
This Jurassic lingulid brachiopod from Yorkshire is a tongue shaped brachiopod, and is composed of calcium phosphate with a shiny lustre which contrasts here with the clay matrix

Silicified brachiopod
This specimen shows spiral supports for the brachiopod feeding system. Preserved inside are one of the valves, and have been etched out with acid

Spirifer striatus, brachiopod
Shown here is a wide-hinged brachiopod. Brachiopods belong to their own phylum (Brachiopoda). General characteristics include a pair of protective shells

Terebratula, a fossil brachiopod
The pedicle opening is very clear in this British Pliocene example of Terebratula measuing 6.6 cm in height

Cyclacantharia, a fossil brachiopod
Two individuals of the peculiar Permian brachipod Cyclacantharia, each about 2 cm in diameter, showing the solitary coral-like shape and long supporting spines

Lingula, a brachiopod
Recent specimen of the brachiopod Lingula with long pedicle emerging from the 5 cm long valves of the phosphatic shell

Cyclothyris difformis, brachiopod
Shown here ia a rhynchonellid brachiopod from the Cretaceous of Devon. Brachiopods belong to their own phylum (Brachiopoda). General characteristics include a pair of protective shells

Ptilodictya lanceolata (Goldfuss), bryozoan
Curved-shaped frond of a fossil cryptostome bryozoan on a block with a brachiopod. Specimen originates from the Silurian Wenlock Limestone, Dudley, West Midlands

Three brachipods
Shown here are three brachiopods (right to left) Dielasma hastata, Martinia glabra and Pleuropugnoides pleurodon. Specimens originate from near Castleton, England

Brachiopod fossil shell from the 500 million-year- old Burgess Shale rock. This shell is a Micromitra burgessensis shell. This animal was a brachiopod

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"Exploring the Ancient Seas: Unveiling the Enigmatic Brachiopod" Step into a world lost in time, where ancient seas teemed with fascinating creatures. Among them, brachiopods like Cyclothyris difformis thrived in moderate to high energy environments, leaving behind their intricate shells as a testament to their existence. This antique engraving illustration showcases Paleozoic fossils, reminding us of the rich history these organisms hold. Brachiopods belong to the diverse orders of Molluscs and Lingula sp. , a remarkable species within this group. The fossilized remains of Mucrospirifer reveal yet another captivating brachiopod variety that once roamed our planet's oceans. While mammals like Macaca have taken center stage in recent times, it is essential not to overlook the significance of brachiopods such as Meristina obtusa. These shallow-water dwellers formed clusters of delicate shells that painted an enchanting picture beneath the waves. Actinoconchus paradoxus presents an intriguing case among brachiopods as its shell shape often mirrors its attachment surface on hard substrates. Derbyia grandis stands out for being free-living and possessing a distinctive pedicle valve shell structure. Delving deeper into their anatomy, Strophomena grandis reveals its beautifully preserved interior within the brachial valve shell—a glimpse into how these creatures may have appeared when they were freely suspended in water. The Cancellothyris platysBrunton & Hillier offers us insight into lamp shells—an exquisite example showcasing nature's ability to preserve even the most delicate structures over millions of years. Finally, Spiriferina's stunningly detailed brachial valve grants us a closer look at one particular species' unique characteristics. As we continue exploring Earth's geological past through these mesmerizing fossils, each discovery brings us closer to unraveling the mysteries surrounding these enigmatic brachiopods.