Cambrian Collection (page 2)

An Olenoides trilobite scurries across a Middle Cambrian ocean floor
An Olenoides serratus trilobite scurries across a Middle Cambrian ocean floor about 500 million years ago. Olenoides serratus grew to be about four inches long

The predator Opabinia uses its proboscis to eat a trilobite in a Cambrian ocean

Olenellus is an extinct trilobite from the Cambrian stage
Olenellus thompsoni is an extinct trilobite from the Cambrian stage

Nectocaris is an extinct animal from the Cambrian of Canada
Nectocaris pteryx is an extinct animal from the Cambrian of Canada

Trilobites try to hide from predator Opabinia in a Cambrian sea full of stromatolites

Squid-like Orthoceratites attempt to make meals of trilobites
Squid-like Orthoceratites (genus Orthoceras) attempt to make meals of trilobites of the species Asaphus kowalewskii at the bottom of an Ordovician sea 480 million years ago

A swarm of jellyfish swim the Panthalassic Ocean
A smack, or swarm, of jellyfish swim the Panthalassic Ocean 500 million years ago during the Cambrian Period. Jellyfish, also known as sea jellies

Pikaia fish swim along with trilobite invetebrates during the Cambrian Period
Pikaia fish swim together along with trilobite invetebrates in blue ocean waters during the Cambrian Period

Opabinia regalis, Cambrian of Canada

Cambrian Road, Richmond Signed, stamped in violet paint, lower left: S. F. GORE"
Cambrian Road, Richmond Signed, stamped in violet paint, lower left: " S.F.GORE", Spencer Frederick Gore, 1878-1914, British

A late 19th century classification of the geological strata in time sequence
GEOLOGY: TIME CHART. A late 19th century classification of the geological strata in time sequence, along with typical fossils found in each period

Hymenocaris fossilized in stone

Echmatocrinus, a prehistoric crinoid in its habitat

Actinostroma (Stromatoporoid), a fossilised sponge, Cambrian-early Carboniferous era

Large Cambrian Trilobite
Accaparadoxides briaerus

Large Cambrian Trilobite C015 / 0733
Accaparadoxides briaerus from Morocco

Hallucigenia sparsa, velvet worm fossil C016 / 5258
Hallucigenia sparsa, velvet worm fossil. The velvet worm is a worm-like segmented animal related to the arthropods. This specimen dating from the Middle Cambrian, is from the Burgess Shale

Anomalocaris canadensis, arthropod fossil C016 / 4925
Anomalocaris canadensis, arthropod fossil. This arthropod originates from the Burgess Shale in Canada. This specimen is part of the collections held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Bivalve fossils C016 / 4871
Bivalve fossils. Bivalves are shelled molluscs that first appeared in the Middle Cambrian and are still common in todays seas and oceans

Specimens of oldest rocks on Earth C016 / 4849
Specimens of oldest rocks on Earth. Selection of specimens of the oldest known rocks found on Earth. At centre (one specimen halved) are volcanic ash pebbles from Greenland

Biceratops, trilobite fossil C016 / 4845
Biceratops, trilobite fossil. Trilobites were arthropods that fed as they crawled on the seabed. They are now extinct. They had a carapace, or shell, that was divided into three parts

Anomalocaris canadensis model C013 / 6531
Anomalocaris canadensis model. This large marine animal reached a length of up to 2 metres, and was a formidable predator

Cambrian trilobites from the Falkland Islands
Trilobites from a cobble of archaeocyathan limestone from Port Purvis: PS 218, specimen number NHM PI PO 12074 in the collection of the Palaeontological Department of The Natural History Museum

Hallucigenia sparsa, velvet worm
A velvet worm fossil from the Middle Cambrian, Burgess Shale, British Columbia

Anomalocaris model
Model of the swimming predator Anomalocaris based on fossils from the Cambrian Burgess Shale, 520 million years old

Burgessia bella, fossil arthropod
An arthropod fossil which lived on the sea floor, dating from the Middle Cambrian, Burgess Shale, British Columbia

Hurdia victoria, ancient fossil
This fossil dates from the Middle Cambrian rocks of the Burgess Shale, British Columbia

Agnostid trilobite of Cambrian age, found in deep water. It is a blind trilobite of only a few millimetres long, with only two thoracic segments

Metaldetes
A small block of limestone, 5 cm across, from the Cambrian of South Australia, containing sectioned specimens of the archaeocyathan sponge Metaldetes

Elrathia kingii, trilobites
Elrathia kingii in rock matrix, from Middle Cambrian, Wheeler Shale, House Range, Utah, USA

Wanneria walcottana, trilobite

Oldest rocks on Earth

Biceratops, trilobite
Biceratops, a Cambrian trilobite. Trilobites had a carapace, or shell was divided into three parts. Trilobites were arthropods as crustaceans, spiders and insects are today

Marrella splendens, lace crab
This is a small, aquatic arthropod originating from the Burgess Shale in Canada dating from the Middle Cambrian

Anomalocaris canadensis
Reconstruction of a 520 million year old predatory marine species from the Middle Cambrian, Burgess Shale in British Columbia, Canada

Slate
Cambrian slate from North Wales. Slate is metamorphosed shale

Hyolithes, primitive mollusc
Shown here is Hyolithes, a Cambrian primitive mollusc. Hyolithes had an oval or cone-shaped, elongated shell and often occured in clusters along bedding planes of Cambrian shale

Dictyonema, graptolite
Shown here is Dictyonema, a Cambrian dendroid graptolite. Graptolites are the fossil remains of small colonial animals. Graptolite colonies were connected together by living tissue

Quartzite

Marpolia spissa, fossilised algae
A fossilised type of green algae, possible filamentous cyanobacteria (Marpolia spissa), approximately 12 mm in height. This specimen was discovered in the Middle Cambrian, Burgess Shale, Canada

Monastery of St Bernard, Charnwood Forest, Leicestershire
Sketch of the Monastery of St Bernard, Charnwood Forest, Leicestershire, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell

Hywel, Welsh Prince
HYWEL DDA, the Good : Cambrian prince, depicted in robes of state as worn in the hall of judgment. He visited Rome to consult jurists about the laws of his kingdom. Date: flourished 940

Fossil trilobite preserved in siltstone, from the Burgess Shale area. Trilobites are arthropods that lived in the sea during the Cambrian Era more than 300 million years ago

Primitive vertebrate, artwork
Primitive vertebrates, Haikouella lanceolata, artwork. H. lanceolata is an extinct, soft-bodied life-form, discovered in Lower Cambrian (520 million-year-old) deposits in Yunnan Province, China

Cambrian invertebrates, artwork
Cambrian invertebrates. Artwork of Anomalocaris (centre and upper right) and Odaraia (lower left) invertebrates, swimming in an ancient sea during the Cambrian Period

Fossil trilobite from the Cambrian period
Trilobite. Fossil trilobite, Eccaparadoxides sp. from the Cambrian period (600-525 million years ago). The trilobites were marine arthropods which were once extremely common throughout the worlds

Ellipsocephalus hoffi trilobite fossils. Trilobites were arthropods that fed as they crawled on the seabed. They are now extinct

Nemiana simplex pre-cambrian
Nemiana simplex is an White Sea Ediacaran fossil (upper Vendian) in the sandstone shales from the Novodnestrovsky Quarry, Podolia, Ukraine

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"Exploring the Riches of Cambrian: From Coastal Express to Fossil Treasures" Step back in time with us as we embark on a journey through the fascinating world of Cambrian. 🚂 First stop, the legendary Cambrian Coast Express. This iconic train took passengers on breathtaking journeys along Wales' stunning coastline, offering unforgettable views and memories. Next, let's delve into the depths of history at Cambrian Colliery in Clydach Vale, Glamorgan. Once a thriving coal mine, it played a vital role in powering industries during its heyday. Now, brace yourselves for an extraordinary discovery from 1846 - Victorian Trilobite Paradoxides. These ancient creatures roamed our planet millions of years ago and left behind their intricate fossil imprints that continue to captivate scientists and enthusiasts alike. Speaking of trilobites, feast your eyes upon Ogygiopsis klotzi - a remarkable fossilized trilobite measuring 50mm long. Despite a small fault running through it, this incredible specimen stands as evidence of life's resilience throughout Earth's history. Let your imagination soar as you admire stunning artwork depicting various Cambrian animals and mesmerizing invertebrates. These illustrations bring to life the diverse range of species that once thrived during this pivotal era. But our exploration doesn't end there; let's take flight aboard historic aircraft such as BAC 1-11-416EK G-AVOE or Vickers Viscount 806 G-AOYG and experience travel like never before. As we navigate through Tamworth B77 2 Map, let us marvel at how far we've come since those early days when these routes were first established. The legacy lives on today thanks to advancements made possible by pioneers who paved the way during the age of Cambrian.