Ordovician Collection (page 2)

Didymograptus murchisoni, graptolite
This is an Ordovician tuning-fork shaped graptolite from Wales. Graptolites are an extict group of marine, colonial animals

Ordovician Britain
An artists impression of an eroded Ordovician (490 to 443 million years ago) volcano and shore line near Builth Wells, Powys

Orthoceras, nautiloid
Shown here is Orthoceras, a straight Ordovician nautiloid

Conodonts, tooth like fossils
These microscopic tooth like fossils are from the Ordovician period of the Ludlow area, Shropshire, UK about 420m yrs old (Magnification x 3.8)

Streptelasma, coral
A horn coral, the solitary rugosan Streptelasma from the Ordovician of the USA, measuring almost 4 cm in length

Dictyonema flabelliforme, gaptolite
Shown here is an Ordovician dendroid graptolite, specimen originates from North Wales. Graptolites are the fossil remains of small colonial marine animals

Trinucleus, trinucleid trilobite
This Trinucleid trilobite grew up to 3cm long. Specimen originating from Ordovician rocks of Builth, Wales

Didymograptus, graptolite
Didymograptus, Ordovician tuning-fork planktonic graptolites. Graptolites are an extinct group of marine, colonial animals

Ordovician seascape
An artists impression of the Eden Valley, Cumbria in the Ordovician period (490 to 443 million years ago), with volcanoes in the sea

Fossil trilobite from the Ordovician period

Arandaspis prehistoric fish, artwork. This extinct aquatic vertebrate lived in the Ordovician period, about 500 million years ago. Arandaspis was a precursor to true bony fish

1846 Victorian Trilobite Platycephalus
Asaphus platycephalus, Plate 2. From " Organization of the Trilobites" by Hermann Burmeister, appearing in the Ray Society translation of his work published in 1846

Evolution of Face
How the human face has evolved since life as we know it began in the form of the Ordovician Shark, evolving through reptiles to primates and so to you and me

Trilobites (Platypectoides), fossils from the Ordovician, Dades Valley, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

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"Exploring the Ancient Seas: Unveiling the Mysteries of the Ordovician Era" Step back in time to the captivating world of the Ordovician period, approximately 450 million to 10, 000 BC. Delve into a realm teeming with fascinating creatures and breathtaking landscapes that shaped our planet's history. Amongst these ancient marine inhabitants was Asaphus (Neoasaphus) kowalewskii, a remarkable stalk-eyed trilobite. Its unique appearance and intricate exoskeleton have captivated scientists for centuries, offering valuable insights into prehistoric life. Witness an extraordinary scene as Orthocerid hunting trilobites come alive through artwork. These squid-like predators relentlessly pursued their prey, showcasing nature's eternal cycle of survival and adaptation. Marvel at the exquisite beauty of a Fossil Crinoid Lily, preserved throughout countless millennia. This delicate creature thrived during this era and serves as a testament to its enduring legacy. The Dorsal & Ventral Isotelus platycephalus fossils provide us with invaluable clues about ancient ecosystems. These well-preserved specimens allow us to reconstruct past environments and understand how life flourished during this epoch. Gaze upon the mesmerizing Crystal Apple - a cystoid echinoderm frozen in time. Its intricate structure reveals nature's artistry while shedding light on evolutionary processes that shaped our world. Trinucleus, another trilobite fossil C016 / 4995 offers further glimpses into this bygone era. Immerse yourself in its detailed features and ponder over its significance within Earth's geological timeline. A model depicting landform evolution across various periods takes you on an awe-inspiring journey through time – from Quaternary to Precambrian eras. Witness firsthand how our planet transformed over millions of years before human existence came into being. Discover an intense struggle for survival as squid-like Orthoceratites attempt to make meals of trilobites.