Fossil Vertebrate Collection

Megalodon prehistoric shark, artwork, hunting a school of fish. Megalodon, Carcharocles (Carcharodon) megalodon, lived between around 20 and 1.2 million years ago, and is known only from fossils

Leptictidium. Artists impression of the extinct mammal Leptictidium. Fossil evidence of their skeleton revealed that Leptictids had small front legs

Megalodon shark and great white
Megalodon shark (Carcharodon megalodon), computer artwork. A great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is shown below it at the same scale

Woolly rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis). Artists impression of a woolly rhinoceros. This extinct mammal existed during the Pleistocene and Holocene epochs, 1.8 million years to 10, 000 years ago

Extinct giant gorilla (Gigantopithecus sp.). Artists impression of the extinct giant gorilla Gigantopithecus facing two prehistoric humans

Dunkleosteus sp. prehistoric fish
Dunkleosteus sp. fish in the sea in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago), computer artwork. This large predatory fish had jaws but not true teeth, instead having plates of sharp bone

Dunkleosteus prehistoric fish, artwork. This extinct fish lived in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago). Dunkleosteus was a large predatory fish that had plates of sharp bone within its

Dunkleosteus prehistoric fish, hunting
Dunkleosteus prehistoric fish hunting a Cladoselache shark, artwork. These two species lived in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago)

Andrewsarchus. Artists impression of the extinct prehistoric mammal Andrewsarchus mongoliensis. This carnivorous ungulate (hoofed animal) lived during the Eocene epoch, 60-32 million years ago

Megatherium. Artists impression of Megatherium, an extinct species of giant sloth. Megatherium was about the size of an elephant, and inhabited the shrubby savannas of America

Palaeotherium. Artists impression of the extinct mammal Palaeotherium. This genus lived during the Eocene and Oligocene epoch between 54 and 23 million years ago

Ambulocetus, whale precursor, artwork
Ambulocetus pair swimming, artwork. Ambulocetus, meaning walking whale, lived during the Early Eocene (50 million years ago)

Diplocaulus prehistoric amphibian, artwork. This extinct genus of amphibians lived around 270 million years ago (late Permian period)

Eohippus. Artists impression of the extinct horse Eohippus, also known as Hyracotherium. This species lived during the Eocene epoch between 60 and 45 million years ago

Fossilised frog embedded in rock
Fossil frog. Fossilised skeleton of a frog embedded in rock. Frogs and toads first appeared 190-160 million years ago in the early Jurassic Period

Bothriolepis prehistoric fish
Bothriolepis sp. fish in a lake in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago), computer artwork. Bothriolepis sp. fish are amongst the earliest fish known

Diplocaulus prehistoric amphibians. Artwork showing Diplocaulus amphibians next to a pond. This extinct genus lived around 270 million years ago (late Permian period)

Primitive vertebrate, artwork
Primitive vertebrates, Haikouella lanceolata, artwork. H. lanceolata is an extinct, soft-bodied life-form, discovered in Lower Cambrian (520 million-year-old) deposits in Yunnan Province, China

Macrauchenia. Artists impression of the extinct prehistoric mammal Macrauchenia. This herbivore lived 7 million to 20, 000 years ago

Sabre-toothed cat. Computer artwork of a sabre- toothed cat or tiger (subfamily Machairodontinae) in an icy landscape. This extinct carnivore belongs to a different subfamily to modern tigers

Shoal of fossilised fish, Knightia alta
Fossil fish. A shoal of fossilised fish (Knightia alta (Leidy)) from the Eocene period (54-38 mill- ion years ago). This unusually well-preserved fos- sil is called a " life assemblage"

Fossil of Archaeopterix, one of the first birds
Archaeopteryx. Computer enhanced image of a fossilised skeleton of Archaeopteryx, a reptile- like bird which is the ancestor of modern birds

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

Giant tortoise (Hesperotestudo sp.). Artists impression of a giant tortoise drinking from a lake. This animal lived during the Pliocene period, 5.4 to 2.4 million years ago

Assortment of fish fossils from the Paleocene
Fossil fish. Assorted specimens of fossilized fish, and some reptiles, which lived during the Paleocene period about 65 million years ago

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

Artwork of a sabre-toothed cat (Smilodon sp. )
Sabre-toothed cat. Artwork of a sabre-toothed cat (Smilodon sp.). This powerful carnivore was close to the size of a large modern tiger

Fossilised fish, Priscacara serata
Fossil fish. View of the fossilised remains of a prehistoric fish Priscacara serata. This specimen has been particularly well-preserved, with the bony skeleton and fin rays clearly defined

Dinosaur cloning, computer artwork
Dinosaur cloning. Image 2 of 3. Computer artwork of a Tyrannosaurus rex (T rex) dinosaur embryo that has been cloned from the soft tissue remains inside a fossilised bone

Artwork of an archaeopteryx, the first bird
Archaeopteryx. Artwork of an Archaeopteryx, the first bird. It resembled a flying reptile with feathers. This small animal lived in the late Jurassic period of around 130 million years ago

Fossilised fish. Spine of a fossilised Diplomystus fish. This extinct fish is related to modern-day herrings and sardines. This fish dates from the Eocene era, between 56-34 million years ago

Hyaenodon. Artists impression of the extinct prehistoric mammal Hyaenodon. This carnivorous predator lived during the late Eocene through to the Oligocene epoch, 41-21 million years ago

Archaeopteryx

Megalodon prehistoric shark with human
Megalodon shark, computer artwork. A human swimmer is shown at top at the same scale. This enormous shark (Carcharodon megalodon) lived between around 20 and 1.2 million years ago

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

Megalodon prehistoric shark with elephant, artwork. Megalodon, Carcharocles (Carcharodon) megalodon, lived between around 20 and 1.2 million years ago, and is known from fossils

Dakosaurus, computer artwork. Dakosaurus was a marine crocodile that lived in the late Jurassic period, up to around 146 million years ago

Fossil collection, University of Texas
Fossil collection. Researcher Lyndon Murray holding a fossil skull in the palaeontology collection of the Texas Natural Sciences Center, University of Texas, Austin, USA.Photographed in 2007

Phoberomys pattersoni, prehistoric rodent
Phoberomys pattersoni. Artists impression of a giant rodent, Phoberomys pattersoni, based on fossil remains found at Urumaco, in Venezuela in 2000

Brontotheres. Artists impression of two Brontotheres (Brontotherium sp.), extinct mammals that lived during the Eocene epoch, 58-30 million years ago

Fossilised bird bone, SEM
Fossilised bird bone, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This is cancellous, or spongy bone, which is found in the interior of bones

Drepanaspis sp. prehistoric fish
Prehistoric fish. Computer artwork of two Drepanaspis gemuendenensis fish on the seabed in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago)

Uintatherium. Artists impression of two Uintatherium (Uintatherium robustum), extinct mammals that lived during the Eocene epoch, 52-36 million years ago

Strunius sp. prehistoric fish
Strunius sp. fish in the sea in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago), computer artwork. These were onychodont lobe-finned fish

Fossilized skeleton of 9 metre whale, Peru
Fossilised skeleton of a 9 metre whale located at Sacaco, Peru. Now a desert, this region once lay on the ocean floor

Dimetrodon pair, artwork. Dimetrodon (meaning two-measure tooth ) lived in the early Permian period, around 270 million years ago

Climatius sp. prehistoric fish
Climatius sp. fish in the sea in the Devonian period (408-360 million years ago), computer artwork. Climatius sp. fish were acanthodians, which were some of the earliest known jawed fish

Dimetrodon, artwork. Dimetrodon (meaning two-measure tooth ) lived in the early Permian period, around 270 million years ago

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Fossil Vertebrates: A Journey through Prehistoric Wonders Megalodon Shark vs Great White: Witness the epic battle between these ancient marine predators as they ruled the oceans with their colossal size and ferocious nature. The Mighty Megalodon: Step back in time to encounter the awe-inspiring Megalodon, a prehistoric shark that dwarfed even today's great white sharks, leaving us in wonder at its sheer magnitude. Leptictidium - The Tiny Marvel: Explore the world of this diminutive mammal, known for its remarkable agility and unique adaptations that allowed it to thrive during the Eocene epoch. Woolly Rhinoceros - A Cold-Weather Survivor: Discover how this majestic creature braved freezing temperatures during the Ice Age, adapting to survive in harsh environments with its impressive woolly coat and formidable horn. Brontotheres - Giants of Ancient Grasslands: Immerse yourself in an era when massive herbivores roamed vast grasslands, marveling at these rhino-like creatures with their imposing size and distinctive bony protrusions on their heads. Dunkleosteus - Ruler of Prehistoric Seas: Dive into ancient waters where this armored fish reigned supreme, equipped with razor-sharp jaws capable of crushing anything unfortunate enough to cross its path. Hunting Dunkleosteus - An Underwater Thriller: Experience a heart-pounding chase beneath waves as Dunkleosteus hunts down unsuspecting prey, showcasing its unparalleled speed and predatory prowess. Andrewsarchus - Unraveling Mammalian Enigmas: Encounter one of history's largest terrestrial carnivores, piecing together clues about this enigmatic predator while admiring its massive skull and powerful bite force. Megatherium - Colossal Ground Sloth Delight.