Fossils

Uncover the secrets of ancient life as we delve into the mysterious world of fossils, where time stands still and whispers of the past beckon.

The Curious Case of Gryphaea Arcuata: The Devil's Toenail

KC Fairlight

Gryphaea arcuata, known as the 'Devil's Toenail,' is an extinct oyster fossil that offers insights into Earth's history and the evolution of marine life.

The Curious Case of Virgatites: A Fossil from the Past

KC Fairlight

Virgatites fossils offer crucial insights into the Late Jurassic marine ecosystems and the evolutionary history of life on Earth.

The Curious Case of Naraoia: A Window into Earth's Ancient Past

KC Fairlight

Naraoia, a unique Cambrian arthropod from the Burgess Shale, offers crucial insights into early marine life and arthropod evolution, challenging traditional views of ancient ecosystems.

The Curious Case of Eleniceras nikolovi: A Fossil from the Past

KC Fairlight

The discovery of the Jurassic ammonite Eleniceras nikolovi in Bulgaria offers valuable insights into ancient marine ecosystems and highlights the importance of preserving our planet's natural history.

Discovering Trigonarthris minnesotana: A Fossilized Marvel from the Devonian Era

Martin Sparks

The discovery of Trigonarthris minnesotana in Minnesota offers new insights into the evolution and geographical distribution of early arthropods during the Devonian period.

Unraveling the Mysteries of Stigmaria: The Ancient Roots of Giant Lycopsids

Martin Sparks

Unravel the role of Stigmaria in ancient lycopsids and its impact on prehistoric ecosystems and modern plant evolution.

Why Pteruchus Barrealensis is a Fossil that Liberals Can't Handle

Vince Vanguard

Discover why the fossil of Pteruchus barrealensis could unsettle the left. This ancient gymnosperm from the Triassic period defies easy narratives and offers a lesson in true resilience.

The Gondwanagaricites: A Fossil That Challenges Evolutionary Narratives

Vince Vanguard

The discovery of the ancient Gondwanagaricites fossil in Antarctica challenges traditional evolutionary timelines and highlights the adaptability of life in extreme conditions.

The Amauroceras: A Fossil That Challenges Evolutionary Narratives

Vince Vanguard

The Amauroceras fossil challenges traditional evolutionary theories with its complexity, preservation, and implications for extinction events.