Calymene blumenbachii, trilobite
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Calymene blumenbachii, trilobite
A well-known convex Silurian trilobite originating from Worcestershire, England. Trilobites were arthropods as crustaceans, spiders and insects are today
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 8596659
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10704009
Arthropod Arthropoda Calymene Convex Exoskeleton Fortey Fossil Fossilised Fossils The Key To The Past Great Britain Paleozoic Phacopida Phanerozoic Prehistoric Richard Fortey Silurian Trilobita Trilobite Trilobitomorpha Balled Calymene Blumenbachii Calymenidae Invertebrata
EDITORS COMMENTS
Calymene blumenbachii: A Glimpse into the Paleozoic Era through the Lens of a Convex Silurian Trilobite This stunning print showcases the exquisite detail of Calymene blumenbachii, a well-known convex trilobite hailing from the Silurian period in Worcestershire, England. Trilobites, an intriguing group of extinct invertebrates, are often likened to crustaceans, spiders, and insects of today due to their arthropod characteristics. Calymene blumenbachii, a member of the Phacopida order, is particularly noteworthy for its distinctive balled or globose eyes, which provided excellent vision in its ancient marine environment. The trilobite's two major divisions, the cephalon and the thorax, are clearly visible in this image, with the cephalon bearing the large, protective eyes. The Calymenidae family, to which Calymene blumenbachii belongs, is part of the larger Trilobitomorpha class. This trilobite's fossilized remains offer valuable insights into the rich biosphere of the Paleozoic Era, a period spanning from approximately 541 to 252 million years ago. Richard Fortey, a renowned British paleontologist, has described the discovery and study of trilobites as 'the key to the past.' Through the exploration of fossils like Calymene blumenbachii, we can gain a deeper understanding of the Earth's history and the incredible diversity of life that has existed throughout the Phanerozoic Concordat, the division of geological time that began with the Cambrian explosion. As you gaze upon this print, allow yourself to be transported back in time, to a world teeming with prehistoric wonders. Calymene blumenbachii, a testament to the beauty and complexity of life's earliest forms, invites us to marvel at the intricacies of nature and the boundless mysteries of the fossil record.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.