Fossil Vertebrate Collection (#2)

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

Brontotherium, artwork
Brontotherium. Computer artwork of a Brontotherium on an open plain with birds on its back. This extinct mammal belonged to the same group as horses

Brontotherium dinosaur, computer artwork. This dinosaur belonged to the same group as horses, rhinos and tapirs and lived during the Eocene epoch (58 to 30 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.