Fossilguy.com: Fossil Hunting and Paleontology
A Celebration of Paleontology
Your Guide to Fossil Hunting, Fossil Identification, and Prehistoric Life
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Fossilguy.com is a field-focused guide to fossil hunting, fossil identification, prehistoric animals, geologic time, and current paleontology research. Explore fossil collecting sites, identification sheets, detailed fossil and animal guides, science articles, and fossil hunting trips.
The site is designed for beginners, educators, students, and experienced fossil enthusiasts. Start with the main sections below, or browse the newest additions and paleontology news.
Main Sections
Choose a section below to explore fossil sites, identify discoveries, learn about prehistoric life, or follow the latest paleontology research.
Fossil Hunting Sites
Explore collecting locations, access information, site guides, and fossils commonly found at each location.
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Fossil Identification
Print or save identification sheets for recognizing fossils at collecting sites and in the field.
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Prehistoric Animals
Learn about trilobites, fossil sharks, dinosaurs, marine reptiles, Ice Age mammals, and other prehistoric life.
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Geologic Time
Explore Earth's history, ancient environments, major evolutionary events, and the fossils of each period.
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Paleontology Articles
Read detailed articles about fossils, prehistoric animals, excavations, evolution, and paleontological history.
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Paleontology News
Follow new fossil discoveries, scientific research, prehistoric animals, and developments in paleontology.
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Fossil Hunting Trips
Follow fossil collecting trips to beaches, quarries, creeks, and other fossil-bearing locations.
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Paleontologist Interviews
Meet professional and avocational paleontologists and learn about their work, research, and discoveries.
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Paleontology Resources
Visit museums, organizations, educational resources, and other useful paleontology websites.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fossilguy.com
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Q: What is Fossilguy.com?
Fossilguy.com is a comprehensive guide and learning resource for fossil hunting, paleontology, prehistoric animals, geologic time, and fossil identification. It offers field guides, identification resources, articles, and news for fossil enthusiasts of all levels. -
Q: What types of fossils can I learn about on this site?
The site covers a wide range of prehistoric animals and fossils, including Ice Age mammals, trilobites, dinosaurs, pterosaurs, fossil sharks, marine invertebrates, and many more.
