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Oct 20, 2025 · The Two Best Texas Fossil Shows are coming up this weekend and next weekend! Fossil Mania hosted by the Dallas Paleontological Society is happening this weekend in Glen …

Jan 11, 2025 · I have 40 year extensive collection of silicified/geodized invertebrate fossils from Monroe County Indiana. In the coming days and weeks I will upload some of my self-collected …

Feb 25, 2025 · I am new to this site although I have been a very amateur fossil hunting fan for a little while. I thought I would share a smattering of finds from the foothills above SLC. These …

Jul 21, 2022 · I’m looking for fossil collecting sites within 3 hours’ drive from Seattle to visit and do a little hobby collecting while I’m in WA for work. I’m most interested in fossil plants, mollusks, …

Apr 2, 2018 · Stumbled on this site and remembered I had an account that I haven't used for a while. Five years later, I thought I'd post an update. Shark Tooth Island is located in …

Is It Real? How to Recognize Fossil Fabrications This forum is devoted to illuminating the pitfalls to be avoided when considering the purchase of fossils. From fabrications to restorations, this …

Feb 10, 2013 · If you like plants as well, consider a pothos vine growing among the fossils to set them off. For that matter, if you have plants, consider using the exposed dirt/rock area as a …

Mar 2, 2025 · What are some reliable sources to buy fossils from? I heard that online was a good source, but I am not sure about the credibility.

Jul 17, 2018 · Rather than writing information about coprolite identification on multiple threads, I thought I would post information about coprolite identification here so it can be referenced in …