Eocene Collection (page 4)

Pseudoscorpion, Baltic amber fossil C016 / 5161
Pseudoscorpion, Baltic amber fossil. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period, about 35 million years ago. It was found in Kaliningrad, Russia

Hyracotherium horse, fossil skeleton C016 / 5077
Hyracotherium horse, fossil skeleton. This reconstruction is modelled from various sources. is the earliest known horse, dating from the late Palaeocene and early Eocene of North America and Europe

Uintatherium ungulate, fossil skull C016 / 5075
Uintatherium ungulate, fossil skull. This horned ungulate from the mid-Eocene of the western USA, stood about 1.6 metres high at the shoulder. This skull measures 74 centimetres across

Hyracotherium horse, fossil skull C016 / 5074
Hyracotherium horse, fossil skull. This is the earliest known horse, dating from the late Palaeocene and early Eocene of North America and Europe

Athleta luctator, sea snail fossil C016 / 4872
Athleta luctator, sea snail fossil, an example of a marine gastropod mollusc. This specimen was found in late Eocene rocks around Barton, UK

Fossilised conifer wood C016 / 4858
Fossilised conifer wood. Composite photomicrograph showing transverse (left), tangential (centre) and radial (right) sections through a sample of fossilised wood

Titanotherium fossil skeleton, 1890 C013 / 9064
Titanotherium fossil skeleton, 19th-century artwork. This large extinct mammal is part of the Brontotheriidae family. These mammals lived around 35 to 55 million years ago

Stingray fossil C013 / 6677
Fossil of the extinct stingray Heliobatis radians. This specimen is around 45 million years old and was found in the Eocene rocks of the Green River formation, Wyoming, USA

Pakicetus inachus skull C013 / 6532
Pakicetus inachus skull. This prehistoric mammal is thought to be an ancestor of the whale. It is debated wether it was aquatic or terrestrial

Collembola entomobryidae, springtails in amber
Three Springtails preserved in Baltic amber. Originating from the Upper Eocene about 35 million years old

Flying ant amber
A flying ant preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period

Cockroach in Baltic amber
A cockroach preserved in Baltic amber. Originating from the Upper Eocene about 35 million years old

Earwig skin in Baltic amber
A shed earwig skin in Baltic amber, this specimen has very long pincers. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene. Image from Amber the Natural Time Capsule

Ant in amber
An ant preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period, 56-34 million years ago

Alder fly in Baltic amber
Alder fly, Megaloptera: Sialoidea in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Chalcid wasp in amber
Chalcid wasp, Chalcididae preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen originates from the Upper Eocene

Snipe flies in amber
Snipe flies trapped and preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Aphid in amber
A Winged aphid preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Ichneumon wasp in amber
Ichneumon wasp preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen with exquisitely preserved wings dates from the Upper Eocene period

Black fly in Baltic amber
Black fly preserved in Baltic amber. This fly belongs to subgenus Morops and dates from the Upper Eocene about 35 million years old

Fossil shells of the Eocene Tertiary Period
Plate III from Principles of Geology, being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earths surface. Vol. 3 1832-33 by Charles Lyell (1797-1875)

Limacina mercinensis, holoplanktonic mollusc
Fossilised specimens of Holoplaktonic molluscs found in early Eocene, London Clay at Highgate, London. 58 million years old

Diatryma steini skull
Specimen of a Diatryma steini skull found in South Elk Creek, Bighorn basin, Wyoming, USA. Lower Eocene, 55-50 million years old

Mayfly in Baltic amber
A well-preserved Mayfly, Ephemeroptera: Heptageniidae in Baltic amber. Specimen originates from the Upper Eocene

Angiosperm leaf in Baltic amber
Eudaphniphyllum leaf in preserved Baltic amber, dating from the Upper Eocene, about 35 million years old. Amber is fossilised tree resin

Baltic amber with caddis fly
A Caddis fly, Trichoptera preserved in Baltic amber. The cracks in the amber are filled with crystals of iron pyrite. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Acacia-like pod
Part of Acacia-like pod, 14 cm long, from the Eocene of the Paris Basin

Stonefly in amber
A Stonefly, Plecoptera: Leuctridae preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Priscacara clivosa, fossil fish
A fossilised fish originating from the Eocene epoch 58-37 milion years ago. Found in Wyoming, USA

Dolichopodidae, long-legged fly in amber
Long-legged fly preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Stick insect in amber
A stick insect, Phasmatodea preserved in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Dance fly in amber
A dance fly preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Snipe fly in amber
Snipe fly in Baltic amber dating from the Upper Eocene period and is about 35 million years old

Fossil leaf miner
A leaf miner has left a snaking trail in this leaf from the Middle Eocene of Bournemouth, England

Cypress twig in Baltic amber
A cypress twig in Baltic amber dating from the Upper Eocene. Amber is fossilised tree resin. Image from Amber the Natural Time Capsule (1998) by Andrew Ross

Eolates gracilis, fossil fish
A fossil fish originating from the Eocene rocks, Monte Bolca, Italy. Fish specimen is 16.5 cms long

Horsefly in Baltic amber
A horsefly, Diptera: Brachycera: Tabanidae trapped in Baltic amber and dates from the Upper Eocene. Amber is fossilised tree resin

Lacewing larva in amber
Lacewing larva preserved in Baltic amber. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Pattalophyllia sp. coral
This species of gill-like coral dates from the Middle Eocene, Harteuille, France c. 41-49 million years old

Rhus stellariaefolia, rhus
A fossilized leaf from the flowering plant Rhus (Rhus stellariaefolia) approximately 11cm long. This specimen was discovered in Colorado, U.S.A and dates back to the Late Eocene

Mesohippus

Fossilised Eocene crab
Unidentified fossilised specimen of an Eocene crab found in Southern England, France and the USA. This specimen is 58 million years old

Fossilised Tellinella rostralis, tellin bivalve
Fossilised specimen of a Tellin bivalve from Ecocene Belgium, 58 million years ago. Bivalves are hinged molluscs which first appeared in the Middle Cambrian some 500 million years ago

Insect in amber
An Eocene centipede trapped in Baltic amber about 35-40 million years old. Amber is a natural, translucent fossil resin

Lates gracilis, bony fish
Specimen of an Eocene bony fish (lates gracilis)

Sabal lamanonis Brongniart
A fossil palm frond from Aix en Provence, France. It is recorded as Upper Eocene, about 45 and 55 million years ago. This specimen is 32 cm long. The specimen number is V16880

Typhis pungens, gastropod

Nummulites gizehensis, giant foraminiferan
Shown here is a giant foraminiferan originating from the Eocene of Egypt. Foraminifera are amoeba-like, single-celled protistids and can still be found in abundance today

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Step back in time to the Eocene era, a fascinating period of Earth's history. Picture No. 10889691 captures the essence of this epoch, showcasing the diverse and intriguing creatures that once roamed our planet. Among them is Leptictidium, an agile mammal resembling a mix between a kangaroo and a weasel. Its long hind legs allowed it to swiftly navigate through its lush environment, while its sharp teeth helped it catch prey. Anoplotherium commune & gracile were peculiar herbivores with slender bodies and elongated limbs. These graceful animals grazed on vegetation, adapting to their surroundings with elegance. Palaeotherium was another herbivore that inhabited this ancient world. With its horse-like appearance and sturdy build, it thrived in various habitats across Europe during the Eocene period. The Uintatherium skull stands as evidence of the incredible diversity found during this time. This massive creature possessed multiple pairs of horns on its head, making it an imposing presence in its ecosystem. The Eocene London clay provides us with invaluable insights into this bygone era. Fossils preserved within these sediments reveal a wealth of information about the flora and fauna that once flourished here. Tonguestone reveals yet another aspect of life during the Eocene – sharks. Embedded within these stones are shark teeth adorned with lateral denticles, offering clues about these ancient predators' feeding habits. In 1890 Punch Cartoon Othaniel Marsh humorously depicted scientific rivalries surrounding fossil discoveries from this era. It highlights how paleontologists like Marsh played significant roles in unraveling Earth's past mysteries. Baltic amber holds captivating secrets from millions of years ago too; one such treasure is a gall midge trapped within its golden depths. This tiny insect offers glimpses into prehistoric ecosystems and their intricate relationships. Quercus preserved in amber showcases ancient plant life frozen in time.