Miocene Collection (page 4)

Hominoid cranial fragment C016 / 5608
Hominoid (Sivapithecus meteai) cranial fragment. A lower fragment of the cranium showing the maxilla (upper jaw), incisors, canine, premolars and molars

Zygolophodon mastodon, fossil skull C016 / 5442
Zygolophodon atticus mastodon, fossil skull. Oblique side view of a skull of an extinct mastodon (prehistoric elephant-like mammal) dating from the Miocene and found in Pikermi, Greece

Zygolophodon mastodon, fossil skull C016 / 5441
Zygolophodon atticus mastodon, fossil skull. Front view of a skull of an extinct mastodon (prehistoric elephant-like mammal) dating from the Miocene and found in Pikermi, Greece

Rose plant fossils, leaves and thorn C016 / 5418
Rose plant fossils. At left are fossilised leaves of the rose plant Rosa hilliiae (Lesquereux), from the Oligocene period (23 to 35 million years ago), and found in Colorado, USA

Petrified oak, tree trunk fossil C016 / 4913
Petrified oak. Polished section of a fossil of the trunk of an oak tree (Quercus sp.). This specimen is approximately 33 centimetres across

Fossil miocene crab C013 / 6615
Miocene crab. Fossilised specimen of a Archaeogeryon peruvianus crab. This crab lived some 22 million years ago, during the Miocene epoch, off the shores of South America

Six million year old fossiliferous rocks located in Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Water bug in amber
A water bug preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene period

Leafhopper in amber
Leafhoppers are small, leaping insects and seen here preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Scuttle fly in amber
A scuttle fly preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Schizomid in amber
Schizomid meaning split or cleaved middle. Seen here in Dominican amber, originating from the Lower Miocene about 20 million years old

Scuttle fly in Dominican amber
Mouldy scuttle fly Diptera:Cyclorrapha:Phoridae, trapped in Dominican amber. Specimen from the Lower Miocene. Image from Amber the Natural Time Capsule

Millipede in amber
A Millipede, Myriapoda: Diplopoda preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene about 20 million years old

Stylopid in amber
Stylopid parasite (Strepsiptera sp.) preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Columber kargi

Flat-footed beetle in amber
A flat-footed beetle preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene period

Barklouse in amber
A Barklouse, Pscoptera preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Tonguestone (sharks tooth)
A sharks tooth from the species Oxyrhina. Specimen originates from the Globigerina Limestone, Miocene period, NW Malta

Chespecten jeffersonius, scallop
Specimen of the scallop (Chespecten jeffersonius), this shell originated from the Miocene era, some 23-7 million years ago. Maryland, USA

Populus latior
A fossilized leaf (11 cms wide) of Populus latior, once a large flowering tree which shed many leaves during its life span

Rana species, fossil frog
Specimen originates from soft Miocene shale from Spain. Skeletal anatomy preserved in its entirety with an outline of the soft parts clearly visible. This specimen measures 12 cms long

Sivapithecus indicus
Illustration by Maurice Wilson of Sivapithecus indicus, thick coated enamelled apes from Turkey and Indo-Pakistan dating from 13 million years ago

Acer trilobatum, miocene maple seeds
Miocene maple seeds originating from an Acer trilobatum

Coeloria labyrinthifor, fossil brain coral
In this polished section of a Miocene brain coral, from Antigua, long meandering corallites with thin septa form a dense meshwork. The specimen measures 8 cm across

Fossilised Archaeogeryon peruvianus, Miocene crab
Fossilised specimen of the Miocene crab (Archaeogeryon peruvianus). Nicknamed Edward Scissorhands, this crab lived some 22 million years ago off the shores of South America

Acer trilobatum, sycamore or maple leaf
Fossilised leaf dating from the Miocene period, collected in Oeningen, Baden, Germany. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Thrip in amber
A thrip, a small to minute sucking insect seen here preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Borneo amber
Piece of Borneo amber originating from the Middle Miocene about 15 million years old. Donated by John Noad

Insect droppings in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene, about 20 million years ago. Fig. 65 from Amber the Natural Time Capsule

Earwig in amber
An earwig preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Cricket in amber
Cricket preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen originates from the Lower Miocene

Angiosperm flower in amber
A flower trapped and preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene period about 20 million years old

Porana oeningensis
Rare fossilised flower preserved as a thin film of carbon on the rock. Porana oeningensis, 2 cm wide, from the Miocene of Oeningen, Germany

Quercus mediterranea, fossil leaf

Fairy fly in Dominican amber

Fossil leaves and thorn of a rose
Leaves of: Rosa hilliiae Lesquereux from the Oligocene period (23-35 million years), Colorado, U.S.A. Thorns of: Rosa penelopes Unger from the Miocene (5-23 million years) Styria, Austria

Ants in Dominican amber
Hymenoptera:Aculeata:Formicidae ants in Dominican amber. One is holding the others abdomen with its jaws. Lower Miocene about 20 million years old

Social wasp in amber
A social wasp preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene. Donated by Cobra and Bellamy

Sivapithecus & human mandible
A human mandible (on the left) compared with a Sivapithecus mandible. Sivapithecus, an extinct ape from the Miocene, is believed to have lived 9 million years ago

Sivapithecus sivalensis
Fragments of cranium and mandible of an extinct ape-like primate Sivapithecus sivalensis which lived about 8 million years ago. The specimen was discovered in Potwar, Pakistan

Sivapithecus meteai cranial fragment
A lower fragment of the cranium of Sivapithecus meteai showing maxilla, incisors, canine, premolars and molars. This specimen dates back 9 million years and was discovered in Yassorien, Turkey

Weevil in amber
A weevil beetle preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen originates from the Lower Miocene period

Zygolophodon atticus, mastodon
Front view of a skull of an extinct elephant from the Miocene of Pikermi, Greece. This fossil gave rise to the myth of the one-eyed giant, Cyclops

Charles Lyell, British geologist
Charles Lyell (1797-1875), British geologist. Lyell was appointed secretary of the Geological Society in 1823. Between 1830-33 he published his three-volume masterpiece Principles of Geology

Merychippus. Artists impression of the extinct horsel Merychippus. This species lived during the Miocene epoch between 17 and 11 million years ago. It is thought to be the first horse to graze

Hunting sabre-toothed cat
Sabre-toothed cat (Amphimachairodus giganteus) protecting its kill of deer (Turiacemas sp.) from hyenas (Lycyaena sp.) and dogs (Canis cipio)

Indricotherium. Artists impression of a herd of Indricotherium (also known as Baluchitherium), extinct mammals that lived during the late Oligocene and early Miocene epoch, 20-30 million years ago

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Miocene Era: Unveiling Ancient Treasures and Prehistoric Wonders" Journey back in time as we uncover the secrets of the Miocene era, a fascinating period that shaped our planet's history. Preserved in Dominican amber, a tiny mosquito offers a glimpse into the ancient ecosystems of the Miocene era. The Sahelanthropus tchadensis skull provides valuable insights into early human evolution during this remarkable epoch. Meet Proconsul africanus, an intriguing primate species that roamed Africa during the Miocene era, bridging gaps between apes and humans. Immerse yourself in breathtaking artwork depicting prehistoric wildlife from the vibrant landscapes of the Miocene era. Discover Aepycamelus, an extinct genus of camelid which once roamed North America during this transformative period in Earth's history. Fossilized diatoms captured under SEM reveal intricate details about marine life flourishing during the Miocene era. Encounter Phororhacos, an imposing bird-like creature that dominated South American skies millions of years ago. Marvel at Argentavis magnificens – with a wingspan larger than any known bird today – compared to a human figure; truly awe-inspiring. From Australia's Great Ocean Road, witness nature's masterpiece - The 12 Apostles - standing tall since their formation in the distant Miocene past. Clypeaster altus takes us beneath ocean waves to explore fossil echinoids that thrived amidst ancient marine habitats during this epoch Dive deeper into scientific research like DDE-90026159 to unravel more mysteries surrounding life forms and environments from long-lost eras. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we delve into miocenic wonders and unlock hidden stories from our planet's past.