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| Before humans, before cows, before dinosaurs, the Trilobites ruled the world! What are Trilobites? you ask. They certainly weren't as massive as the dinosaurs, but they are a favourite among fossil collectors. The Trilobites became extinct before the first dinosaur saw the light of day, and are still extinct now. But they were very plentiful during the Paleozoic Era, 300 million years ago. |
| Trilobites (meaning "three lobed") were hard-shelled, segmented creatures that lived only in the ancient sea. They are one of the most diverse species ever, with over 15,000 known species. They range in size from just under a millimetre long, to 70 centimetres! Most Trilobites are about an inch long. If you would like to learn more about Trilobites, click here to go to a site specializing in Trilobites. |
