Ammonoid Collection (#2)

Dactylioceras, fossil ammonite
Dactylioceras, represented here by a 9.5 cm wide individual, is a characteristic and abundant ammonite in the Lower Jurassic of north Yorkshire, England

Prolecanites compressus, goniatite

Kosmoclymenia undulata, ammonoid
An extinct, marine fossil invertebrate from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

Perisphinctes, ammonite
A Pyritised (golden cloured) ammonite from the Jurassic, Callovian, Jason Beds; Uetzing, Germany

Hoplites, fossil ammonite
Hoplites, a stongly-ribbed Cretaceous ammonite. This 7.8 cm wide specimen is from the Cretaceous of Southern England

Nostroceras, ammonite

Maorites densicostatus, ammonite
This flat-shelled ammonite dates from the Lower to Middle Campanian of the Upper Cretaceous, Vega Island, Graham Land, Antarctica

Virgatosphinctes, ammonite
Shown here is an Ammonite fossil recovered from over 5000m above sea-level in the Himalaya region

Ammonite, scaphites nodosus
A Cretaceous ammonite from Badlands, South Dakota, USA. This specimen retains much of its original shell giving it a beautiful pearly lustre

Promicroceras planicost, jurassic ammonites
A rock specimen containing many Promicroceras a small shelled Jurassic ammonites. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Ceratites nodosus, ammonoid
The Ammonoids are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus. In this specimen, the shell suture lines are clearly visible

Ammonite internal cast
Shown here is an internal cast of a Jurassic ammonite clearly depicting individually preserved chambers within the coiled shell

Stephanoceras humphriesianum, ammonite
This fossil cephalopod originates from the Inferior Oolite, Middle Jurassic rocks near Sherbourne, Dorset dating from about 170 million years ago

Kosmoceras acutistriatum, ammonite
This Jurassic ammonite from Wiltshire, England occurs in a fine-grained shale, but has been severely flattened. However, the original lustre of the shell has been retained

Ammonite marble
Asteroceras (large shells) and Promicroceras (small shells) ammonites, seen here in the polished surface of a specimen of marble originating from the Lower Lias, near Yeovil, Somerset

Carboniferous limestone sea
Bridget Kempsters impression of a shallow coral Carboniferous (354 to 290 million years ago) limestone sea, depicting fish and an abundance of crinoids and coral

Asteroceras and promicroceras, ammonites
A rock specimen containing Asteroceras (large shell) and Promicroceras (small shell) ammonites from the Lower Lias, Marston Magna, near Yeovil, Somerset

Nipponites, uncoiled ammonoid
An uncoiled Nipponite ammonoid fossil. Ammonoids are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Gastrioceras, goniatite
Gastrioceras, a Carboniferous goniatite. Goniatites were highly mobile creatures similar to octopus and squid, but were protected by a coiled shell divided up into many chambers

Hildoceras bifrons, snakestone ammonite
A snakestone ammonite (Hildoceras bifrons) from the Jurassic Lias rocks of Yorkshire, U.K

Pronorites cyclolobus, ammonoid
An extinct, marine fossil invertebrate from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

A fossil Kosmoceras, ammonite
Kosmoceras, a genus of ammonite which lived during the Jurassic period

Goniatites sp. goniatite
An extinct, marine fossil goniatite from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs), sub-class Ammonoidea. Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

Scaphites nodosus, ammonite
This Cretaceous ammonite originates from The Badlands, South Dakota, U.S.A. This specimen retains much of its original shell giving it a beautiful pearly lustre

William Buckland (1784-1856)
Print annotated in pencil Dr Buckland Dean of Westminster. Buckland was an English geologist and palaeontologist, who wrote the first full account of a fossil dinosaur

Fossil ammonites used as memorial stone
Asteroceras marstonense (larger ammonites) and Promicroceras marstonensis (smaller ammonites) used as a memorial stone. Specimen originates from Spath Lower Lias, Marston Magna, Somerset, England

Rudgea eriantha
Finsihed watercolour drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Ceratites amoena

Ammonite selection
Three ammonites as follows: (Left to right) Oistoceras wrighti; Asteroceras obtusum (zonal index species); Tragophylloceras loscombi all specimens originate from the Jurassic rocks near Lyme Regis

Orthoconic nautiloid, originating from near Castleton, England. The more unusual straight-shelled species belonging to the same group as ammonites and to todays living nautilus

Asteroceras obtusum, ammonite
Shown here is a Jurassic ammonite. Ammonites are an extinct group of fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Asteroceras marstonensis and Promicroceras, ammonites

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Ammonoid: Unveiling the Mysteries of Extinct Marine Reptiles" Delving into the depths of ancient oceans, we encounter the fascinating world of ammonoids. These extinct marine reptiles, like Asteroceras and Rasenia uralensi, once roamed our planet millions of years ago. Their legacy lives on through remarkable fossils such as Ammonite fossil C016 / 5777, which offer a glimpse into their prehistoric existence. In Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, UK, remnants of these enigmatic creatures can still be found adorning ledges. The sight is awe-inspiring; it transports us back in time to when ammonites thrived in abundance amidst a vibrant ecosystem. Fossils of cephalopods and ammonoids provide further evidence of their presence throughout history. One particularly striking example is Dactylioceras commune - a snakestone ammonite that captivates with its intricate spiral pattern. Its preservation within Cretaceous chalk seafloor showcases nature's artistry frozen in time. Amidst this primordial seascape existed an array of other mesmerizing species including Plesiosaurus, Telesaurus, Ichthyosaurus, Pentacrinites - all coexisting alongside Ammo and Goniatites. Together they formed an interconnected web of life within these ancient waters. Nipponites mirabilis stands out among its counterparts with its unique shell structure and captivating beauty. This particular ammonite has left an indelible mark on paleontological records for generations to come. Imagine stepping into a chalk sea diorama where you witness firsthand the majesty and diversity that once flourished beneath the waves. It's here that we truly appreciate the significance and wonder surrounding these extraordinary creatures from Earth's past. As we explore further into their mysterious realm, each discovery unravels more secrets about their biology and evolution.