Prehistory Collection (page 70)

Australopithecus africanus jaw bone C013 / 6559
Australopithecus africanus mandible (lower jaw) from an adolescent male (of about 12 years). A. africanus was a bipedal hominid that lived between 3.5 and 2 million years ago

Paranthropus robustus jaw bone C013 / 6558
Paranthropus robustus mandible (lower jaw). Also known as Australopithecus robustus, this extinct hominid lived in Africa during the late Pliocene between 2.6 and 1 million years ago

Homo neanderthalensis craniums C013 / 6554
Homo neanderthalensis craniums. These craniums are from fossils known as Neanderthal 1 (left) and Swanscombe 1 (right). Neanderthal 1 was the first specimen of H

Homo erectus lower jaw C013 / 6551
Cast of a Homo erectus mandible (lower jaw). The fossil this cast was taken from is known as SK 15 Member 2, and was found at Swartkrans, South Africa

Homo erectus cranium C013 / 6553
Cast of a Homo erectus cranium. The fossil this cast was taken from was discovered at Trinil, on the banks of the River Solo, Java, Indonesia

Homo heidelbergensis lower jaw C013 / 6550
Cast of a Homo heidelbergensis mandible (lower jaw). The jaw this cast was made from was found in Mauer, near Heidelberg, Germany, in 1907. It dates to around 500, 000 years ago. H

Homo habilis hunting, artwork C013 / 6548
Homo habilis group using tools to kill an antelope, artwork. H. habilis is thought to have lived approximately 2 to 1.6 million years ago in East Africa

Fossil leaf of an early flowering plant C013 / 6540
Fossil leaf of an early flowering plan. This specimen is from the Late Cretaceous (89-65 million year ago) and was found in Sachsen, Germany

Pakicetus inachus skull C013 / 6532
Pakicetus inachus skull. This prehistoric mammal is thought to be an ancestor of the whale. It is debated wether it was aquatic or terrestrial

Anomalocaris canadensis model C013 / 6531
Anomalocaris canadensis model. This large marine animal reached a length of up to 2 metres, and was a formidable predator

Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur C013 / 6512
Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaurs model. T. rex was one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs, measuring 5 metres tall and weighing 7 tonnes

Fossil crinoids C013 / 6509
Fossil crinoids. Crinoids, or sea lilies, are marine echinoderms that have been in existence for 500 million years. They attach themselves to the sea floor with their stems

Thalassiodracon hawkinsii skeleton C013 / 6465
Fossil specimen of the extinct marine reptile Thalassiodracon hawkinsii (previously Plesiosaurus hawkinsii). T. hawkinsii was a marine reptile that inhabited the seas throughout the Jurassic

Ichthyornis prehistoric bird, artwork C013 / 6463
Ichthyornis dispar prehistoric bird, artwork. This toothed seabird was found in what is now North America between 95 to 85 million ears ago, during the Cretaceous period

Pangolin fossil C014 / 0161
Pangolin fossil. Fossilised remains of an extinct species of pangolin (Manis sp.). Pangolins are mammals that have large keratin scales covering their skin

Painted Hills, John Day Fossil Beds C013 / 5034
Painted Hills. Strata (layers) of sediments exposed at the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Wheeler County, Oregon, USA

Painted Hills, John Day Fossil Beds C013 / 5035
Painted Hills. Interpretive boardwalk trail at Painted Cove in the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Wheeler County, Oregon, USA

Painted Hills, John Day Fossil Beds C013 / 5032
Painted Hills. Strata (layers) of sediments exposed at the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Wheeler County, Oregon, USA

Painted Hills, John Day Fossil Beds C013 / 5033
Painted Hills. Strata (layers) of sediments exposed at the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Wheeler County, Oregon, USA

Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting C013 / 5026
Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting. The pre-Columbian era refers to all civilisations in the Americas prior to the conquests or declines that followed contact being made between the New World

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Dun Carloway, Carloway, on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis
AW-6861 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Dun Carloway, Carloway, on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides a remarkably well preserved Iron Age Broch

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Clickimin broch, Lerwick, Shetland Islands
AW-6864 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Clickimin broch, Lerwick, Shetland Islands a large and well preserved Iron Age broch in Scotland which contained a later wheelhouse

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Brough of Deerness, Mull Head, Mainland Orkney - Remains of a 10th century chapel in a
AW-6855 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Brough of Deerness, Mull Head, Mainland Orkney Remains of a 10th century chapel in a spectacular headland setting on the eastern tip of Deerness

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: The Broch of Gurness, an Iron Age broch with a surrounding settlement on the northwest
AW-6854 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: The Broch of Gurness an Iron Age broch with a surrounding settlement on the northwest coast of Mainland Orkney Adrian Warren contact details

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Brough of Birsay, a small uninhabited tidal island off the north west coast of Mainland
AW-6849 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Brough of Birsay, a small uninhabited tidal island off the north west coast of Mainland Orkney, north west coast of Orkney Mainland

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Castle Law, an Iron Age hill fort, sits above the confluence of the River Tay
AW-6829 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Castle Law, an Iron Age hill fort, sits above the confluence of the River Tay and River Earn Abernethy

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Hill of Barra, an Iron Age hill fort withtraces of mediaeval ridge
AW-6839 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Hill of Barra an Iron Age hill fort with traces of medieval ridge and furrow cultivation

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: The Neolithic Barnhouse Settlement, sited by the shore of Loch of Harray
AW-6838 Aerial image of Scotland, UK: The Neolithic Barnhouse Settlement sited by the shore of Loch of Harray, Orkney Mainland

Tyrannosaurus Rex, Sue, recontruction of largest T. Rex fossil skeleton ever found, Alaska Museum, U. S. A
Tyrannosaurus Rex, Sue, recontruction of largest T. Rex fossil skeleton ever found, Alaska Museum, U.S.A

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"Journey into the Past: Exploring the Wonders of Prehistory" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of prehistory. From the mesmerizing Lascaux II cave painting replica, where ancient art comes to life, to witnessing a breathtaking sunrise at the iconic White Horse in Uffington, Oxfordshire, prepare for an unforgettable adventure. Venture further north to Scotland's Orkney Islands and discover the Skara Brae Prehistoric Village. Walk among ancient stone structures that have stood for thousands of years, offering a glimpse into our ancestors' lives. Transport yourself even further back as you witness "The Last Days of the Dinosaurs - Time of Great Change. " Marvel at the Archaeopteryx fossil found in Berlin; this remarkable specimen bridges the gap between dinosaurs and birds, showcasing nature's incredible evolution. Uncover mythical creatures like never before with an illustration capturing a Siberian unicorn on a snowy plain. Imagine roaming alongside these majestic beings that once roamed our planet. Continue your journey through time with Iguanodon and Hylaeosaurus – two extraordinary dinosaurs that roamed Earth millions of years ago. Witness their grandeur and marvel at their unique features. Prepare to be amazed by Archaeopteryx – a bird-like dinosaur that challenges everything we know about prehistoric life. Its existence blurs boundaries between reptiles and avians, leaving us awe-inspired by nature's creativity. Delve deep into Paleolithic history as you explore France's Cabrerets Pech Merle cave adorned with dotted artwork. These enigmatic paintings offer insights into early human expression and leave us pondering their meaning. Witness brilliance from Early Bronze Age with The Trundholm sun chariot dating back to 1400 BC. This exquisite artifact showcases humanity's fascination with celestial bodies while highlighting advanced craftsmanship skills during this era. Marvel at Cueva de las Manos (Cave of Hands), a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Argentina.