This is an illustrated reference guide to over 375 plant and animal fossils from around the globe and how to identify them, with over 950 photographs and artworks. It covers finding, classifying, dating, collecting and understanding fossils, from the earliest ferns to fearsome dinosaurs. It reveals what fossils are and how they fit into geological history, the sites in which they can be found, and what the study of fossils tells us about our natural world. It includes a visual directory of fossils from plants, invertebrate and vertebrate animals, each entry with its own identification photograph and artwork reconstruction. Fossils offer an unparalleled insight into the amazing history of our planet. This practical volume explains the best ways to hunt fossils, including how to plan a field trip and present your finds. A directory provides a visual guide to more than 375 fossils, from the...
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