Paleobiological Collection

Cerapod dinosaurs compared to a rhino. The seven adult animals shown here are, from left to right: Nedoceratops; Torosaurus; Albertaceratops; a White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)

Petrified wood. Petrified tree logs from the Late Triassic Period (over 206 million years ago). Petrification is a term used to describe the fossilisation of wood

Cretaceous of Brazil, prehistoric scene C013 / 7112
Cretaceous of Brazil. Artwork of a coastal lagoon scene reconstructed from fossils in the Crato Formation of Brazil (108 million years ago, during the Cretaceous)

Triceratops dinosaur and rhino. Artwork of an adult Triceratops (left) from 68 million years ago during the Cretaceous period, compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)

Triassic of Australia, prehistoric scene C013 / 7114
Triassic of Australia. Artwork of a scene on the shores of a lake reconstructed from fossils found in Australia dating from the Triassic (250 to 200 million years ago)

Albertaceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Albertaceratops from 77 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. This cerapod dinosaur is around 2 metres tall at the shoulder

Zuniceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Zuniceratops from 90 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. This cerapod dinosaur is around 1 metre tall at the shoulder

Nedoceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Nedoceratops (formerly known as Diceratops) from 70 million years ago during the Cretaceous period

Diabloceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Diabloceratops from 70 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. This cerapod dinosaur is around 2.5 metres tall at the shoulder

Torosaurus dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Torosaurus from 75 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. This cerapod dinosaur is around 2 metres tall at the shoulder

Rhino and Pentaceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Pentaceratops (right) from 75 million years ago during the Cretaceous period, compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)

Pentaceratops dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Pentaceratops from 75 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. This cerapod dinosaur is around 2.5 metres tall at the shoulder

Zuniceratops dinosaur and rhino. Artwork of an adult Zuniceratops (left) from 90 million years ago during the Cretaceous period, compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)

Rhino and Einiosaurus dinosaur. Artwork of an adult Einiosaurus (right) from 77 million years ago during the Cretaceous period, compared to a modern adult White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)

Cretaceous tree ferns, artwork
Cretaceous tree ferns. Artwork showing several Tempskya tree ferns, depicted in the Lower to Mid-Cretaceous Period. These plants could reach six metres in height and half a metre in diameter

Triceratops drinking at a pond, artwork. This was a common dinosaur in the late Cretaceous period, from around 70 million years ago until the extinction of the dinosaurs some 65 million years ago

Ankylosaur family, artwork. This heavily-armoured dinosaur lived in the early Mesozoic era, in the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, between about 125 and 65 million years ago

Plesiosaur attack, artwork. Plesiosaurs were marine reptiles that inhabited the seas throughout the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods from around 200 to 65 million years ago

Ankylosaur, artwork. This heavily-armoured dinosaur lived in the early Mesozoic era, in the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, between about 125 and 65 million years ago

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Paleobiological wonders: Unraveling the mysteries of ancient life. 🦕🌿✨ Step into a time machine and journey back millions of years to witness the awe-inspiring world of paleobiology. In this captivating scene, we compare cerapod dinosaurs to their modern-day counterpart, the rhino. Can you spot the similarities? As we explore further, our eyes are drawn to petrified wood, a remarkable relic from Earth's past. These fossilized remains offer us glimpses into prehistoric ecosystems that thrived during different geological periods. Transporting ourselves to Brazil's Cretaceous era (C013 / 7112), we find ourselves amidst an enchanting prehistoric landscape. Here, ceratopsian dinosaurs like Albertaceratops and Zuniceratops roam freely alongside other magnificent creatures. Venturing even deeper into history, we arrive at Australia's Triassic period (C013 / 7114). The air is filled with excitement as unique species flourish in this ancient realm. Amongst them stands Triceratops - one of the most iconic dinosaurs known for its distinctive frill and three-horned face. Its resemblance to today's rhinos is truly astonishing. But wait. Our exploration doesn't end there. We encounter Nedoceratops, Diabloceratops, Torosaurus - each displaying their own fascinating features that make them stand out in the dinosaur kingdom. Intriguingly enough, these horned giants share striking resemblances with both triceratops and rhinos – nature has indeed woven intricate connections throughout time. The juxtaposition between these extinct marvels and their living counterparts highlights just how much our planet has evolved over millions of years. Paleobiology continues to unravel secrets hidden within fossils while connecting dots across epochs. So next time you stumble upon a museum exhibit or delve into paleontological research, remember the incredible paleobiological wonders that await.