Fossilised Collection (page 7)

A fossilised specimen of a sea lily, Encrinus lillformis (Lamarck), which lived in shallow seas. It could spread its arms to form a feeding fan

Nautiloids - Orthoceras: The fossilised internal mould of the phragmocone (the chambered part of the shell) of a nautiloid, Orthoceras sp. which would have swum with its shell horizontal in the water

Echinoids - Trisalenia: A fossilised sea urchin, Trisalenia loveni (Cotteau), which lived on the rocky shoreline around part of Sweden

Foraminiferan fossil, SEM
Foraminiferan fossil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fossilised shell (test) of a foraminiferan. Foraminifera are single-celled marine protozoa that construct

Calcareous phytoplankton fossil, SEM Z100 / 0212
Calcareous phytoplankton fossil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fossil of the skeleton (coccosphere) of a coccolithotrope, a small marine algal organism

Fossilised foraminiferans, SEM
Fossilised foraminiferans. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fossilised shells of assorted foraminiferan protozoa (order Foraminifera)

Foraminiferan fossil, SEM Z110 / 0239
Foraminiferan fossil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fossilised shell (test) of a foraminiferan. Foraminifera are single-celled marine protozoa that construct

Petrified forest, Argentina C014 / 1017
Petrified forest. Fossilised remains of tree trunks. Petrification is a term used to describe the fossilisation of wood. It occurs when pieces of wood fall into sediments and are rapidly covered

Petrified forest, Argentina C014 / 1037
Petrified forest. Fossilised remains of tree trunks dating from the Palaeocene epoch (around 65.5 to 56 million years ago). Petrification is a term used to describe the fossilisation of wood

Petrified forest, Argentina C014 / 0996
Petrified forest. Fossilised remains of tree trunks embedded in the ground. Petrification is a term used to describe the fossilisation of wood

Fossil diatom, light micrograph C016 / 8603
Fossil diatom. Darkfield illuminated light micrograph of a fossilised diatom. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Paraceraurus exsul C015 / 0728
Paraceraurus exsul Beyrich 1846. Ordovician, Llanvirn series, Dubovici Formation, Duboviki, River Volchov, St Petersburg, Russia. Pete Lawrance collection

Gondwanaspis sp. C015 / 0690
Gondwanaspis sp.Devonian, Eifelian, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco

Lonchodomas incgeehi, larval trilobite, Poolville member, Bromide Formation, Ordovician, Criner Hills, Oklahoma

Fossil Salamander
Salamander Liaoxitriton daohugonensis. Middle / Late Jurassic Daohugon Formation, Daohugon, Ningcheng Country, Inner Mongolia

Pseudophillipsia artiensis C015 / 0715
Pseudophillipsia artiensis. Arti Formation, Lower Permian, Krasnoufimsk, Middle Ural, Russia. This is one of the last trilobites

Leonaspis chacaltayana C015 / 0702
Leonaspis chacaltayana Kozlowski 1923 Lower Devonian Chacaltaya Bolivia

Ampyx cf priscus Lower Middle Arenig, Upper Fezouata Fprmation, Ait Zolli, Draa Valley, Morocco. Pete Lawrance collection

Pseudophillipsia artiensis C015 / 0711
Pseudophillipsia artiensis. Arti Formation, Lower Permian, Krasnoufimsk, Middle Ural, Russia. This is one of the last trilobites

Fossilised Shrimp with long antennae
Shrimp Carpopenaeus callirostris Cretaceous, Cenomanian, Hajoula, Lebanon. The shrimp is preserved in a fine grained calcareous mudstone, the antennae are clearly visible

Extinct Reptile Skeleton
Aquatic Reptile (Pachypleurosaur) Keichousaurus hui, Triassic Period Xingyi, Guizhou, China

Dalmanitina sp. C015 / 0672
Dalmanitina sp. Ordovician Llandeilo / Caradoc Djebel Ougnat Morocco

Eohapes sp
Eoharpes sp. Ordovician, early Caradocian, Izegguirene Formation, First Bamr group Bou Nemrou El Kaid Errami, Morocco. Eoharpes is an early example from the trilobite order Harpetida

Paraceraurus exsul Beyrich 1846. Ordovician, Llanvirn series, Dubovici Formation, Duboviki, River Volchov, St Petersburg, Russia. Pete Lawrance collection

Miraspis mira C015 / 0681
Miraspis mira Barrande 1846 Wenlock Series Motol Formation, Cernidla Lodenice Czech Republic

Ordovician trilobite
Calymenella sp.Middle Ordovician, Caradocian, Greseuse du Ktaoua Zagora district Morocco

Nodule containing trilobite fossils
Nodule containing a concentration of Ellipsocephalus hoffi (Schlotheim 1823) Middle Cambrian, Jince Formation, Hydrocephalus lyelli zone, Mount Konicek, Jince, Czech Republic. Pete Lawrance Collection

Odontopleura ovata C015 / 0686
Odontopleura ovata Emmrich 1839 Silurian, Wenlock Series, Wawoz, Pragowiec near Bardo, Cross Mountains, Poland

Ceratarges sp. Middle Devonian, Eifelian Hamar Laghdad, Morocco

Harpides sp. C015 / 0748
Harpides sp. Arenig Series, Upper Fezouata Formation, Ait zolli, Draa Valley, Morocco

Large Cambrian Trilobite
Accaparadoxides briaerus

Petrified forest, New Zealand
Petrified forest. Close-up of a petrified tree trunk at Curio Bay, South Island, New Zealand. Curio Bay is a coastal embayment and a site of a petrified forest some 180 million years old

Harpides sp. C015 / 0747
Harpides sp. Arenig Series, Upper Fezouata Formation, Ait zolli, Draa Valley, Morocco

Odontapleura ovata
Odontopleura ovata Emmrich 1839 Silurian, Wenlock Series, Wawoz, Pragowiec near Bardo, Cross Mountains, Poland

Vendian fossil
Pre Cambrian (Vendian) fossil.possibly Tribrachidium heraldic Karakhta Halbinsel Onega, Letniy, White Sea, Arctic Russia

Gondwanaspis sp. C015 / 0741
Gondwanasp[is sp.Devonian, Eifelian, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco

Large Cambrian Trilobite C015 / 0733
Accaparadoxides briaerus from Morocco

Permian amphibian
Amphibian Branchiosaurus cf petrolei Gaudry, Permian Period, Keuper Schichten, Oderheim, Glun, Germany

Asaphus bottnicus C015 / 0701
Asaphus bottnicus Jaanusson 1953 Uppermost Llanvirn series, Uhaku Stage, Valim Formation, Maardu quarry, 30Km east of Tallinn, Estonia

Calymene sp. C015 / 0746
Calymene sp. Ordovician, Uppermost Llanvirn Series, Rehamna, Morocco

Fossilised Shrimp
Shrimp Carpopenaeus callirostris Cretaceous, Cenomanian, Hajoula, Lebanon

Stubblefieldia sp. C015 / 0707
Stubblefieldia sp. Ordovician, Caradocian, Ikhf-n-Ouzreg, Morocco.This trilobite genus is named after Sir (Cyril) James Stubblefield FRS (1901" 1999) was a British geologist

Ammonite Assemblage
Marston Magna Marble from the Lower Lias of Dorset. Promicroceras martonense showing preservation of the original shell and iridescence caused by the mineral aragonite

Collection of mammoth bones
Mammoth graveyard. A collection of mammoth bones by the side of a road in eastern Siberia. Fossilised or preserved remains of mammoths (Mammuthus primigenius)

Ammonite Pathology
Hildoceras serpentinum (Reinecke) Jurassic, Upper Toarcioan, Falcifer Zone, Airrault, near Poitiers, Charentes, France. indentations are signs of disease

Cretaceous Fish
Eurypholis bossier Pictet withNematonotus longispinus Pictet and Humbert, Lower Cenomanian, Hgula, Lebanon

Armoured Worm
Plumulites sp. Macheridian armoured worm. Ordovician, Mercissi, Er Rachida, Morocco

Triassic Aquatic Reptile
Aquatic Reptile (Pachypleurosaur) Keichousaurus hui Triassic Period Xingyi, Guizhou, China

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"Fossilised: A Glimpse into Earth's Ancient Secrets" Step back in time with us as we explore the fascinating world of fossils, where history comes alive through these preserved remnants. From an awful changes cartoon to ancient footprints, each fossil tells a unique story of our planet's past. Let's start our journey at Laetoli, Tanzania, where the fossil footprints of early humans provide a glimpse into their daily lives. These imprints offer clues about their movement and interactions thousands of years ago. Moving on to the Archaeopteryx fossil, known as the Berlin specimen C016/5071, we witness nature's incredible transformation from dinosaurs to birds. This remarkable find bridges the gap between reptiles and avian creatures, shedding light on evolution itself. Speaking of human ancestors, Homo erectus (Sangiran 17) stands tall among them. Unearthed remains hint at their existence and raise questions about how they interacted with other hominid species like Homo sapiens and Neanderthals. Venturing into marine realms now, we encounter extinct marine reptiles that once ruled prehistoric oceans. The Asteroceras ammonite takes center stage with its intricate shell design that has been preserved for millions of years. Trilobites join our expedition too – these arthropods thrived in ancient seas before meeting extinction long ago. Their well-preserved exoskeletons offer valuable insights into Earth's early ecosystems. Intriguingly trapped within Dominican amber lies a tiny mosquito frozen in time. This minuscule creature provides scientists with invaluable genetic information from eras long gone by. Diving deeper underwater reveals another astonishing find – Ichthyosaurus acutirostris fossils unveil an aquatic reptile that once swam gracefully through ancient seas. These specimens allow us to reconstruct this magnificent creature's appearance and lifestyle.