Knowledge & Nature

Phosphatodraco mauritanicus – The dragon from the phosphate mines
Phosphatodraco mauritanicus was a large azhdarchid from the Late Cretaceous period. The "dragon from the phosphate mines" lived near Khouribga at the same time as Chenanisaurus and Mosasaurus. Read more...
Chenanisaurus barbaricus – The last African T. rex relative?
Chenanisaurus barbaricus was a powerful abelisaur from Late Cretaceous Morocco. Its jaw remains tell the story of one of the last known predatory dinosaurs of Africa. Read more...
Ajnabia – The Duck-Billed Dinosaur That Came Across the Sea
A dinosaur that shouldn't have been thereWhen paleontologists described a new dinosaur from Morocco in the journal Cretaceous Research in 2020, it caused real astonishment in the scientific community. Not... Read more...
Atlasaurus - The Gigantic Prehistoric Giraffe from the Atlas Mountains
The Giraffe DinosaurIts name says it all: Atlasaurus imelakei – named after the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, in whose red Jurassic rock its bones were discovered. But it's not just... Read more...
Deltadromeus – The Cheetah of Prehistoric Morocco
The Fastest Hunter of Kem KemIn an ecosystem full of giants – the North African Cretaceous Delta, populated by Spinosaurus and Carcharodontosaurus – Deltadromeus was special: no colossus, no bone-crusher,... Read more...
Carcharodontosaurus – The "Saw-toothed Lizard" from Morocco's Prehistoric Past
The Shark Among DinosaursIts name says it all: Carcharodontosaurus – the "shark-toothed lizard." Named after Carcharodon, the scientific name for the Great White Shark, this dinosaur earned its nickname. Its... Read more...
Spinosaurus – The Largest Predatory Dinosaur in Earth's History
Bigger than T-Rex – and long misunderstoodIt was the largest predator that ever lived on Earth. Longer than a school bus, heavier than an elephant, equipped with an enigmatic sail... Read more...
The Three Arrows of Antiquity
A Small Object with a Big History Few archaeological artifacts are as inconspicuous yet as informative as an arrowhead. Small enough to disappear in the palm of a hand, it... Read more...
The Power of Iron
The Stuff Empires Are Made OfSome materials make history. Flint shaped the hunter. Copper created the first metalworker. Bronze built empires. And then came iron – a metal that was... Read more...
The Origin of Bronze: How an Alloy Changed the World
From Copper to Bronze: A Discovery with ConsequencesWhen Ötzi lost his life in the Ötztal Alps around 3300 BCE, he carried a tool that represented the world of his time:... Read more...
Ötzi and the Copper Axe: The End of the Stone Age
Introduction: A Man Between Two WorldsIn September 1991, hikers in the Ötztal Alps discovered an extraordinary mummy. Ötzi – as he was nicknamed – had spent around 5,300 years preserved... Read more...
Constantine & Licinius: The Coins of the Sub-Emperors
The Age of Multiple RulersLate Antique Rome knew not just one emperor – it knew many. The system of Tetrarchy (rule by four emperors) introduced by Diocletian divided the empire... Read more...
The Hunters of the Sahara: The Evolution of the Stone Arrowhead
When the Sahara Was Green 10,000 to 5,000 years ago, the Sahara was not a sea of sand, but a flourishing savanna landscape – crisscrossed by rivers, fed by lakes,... Read more...
The Hand Axe – How Homo erectus Conquered the World
Humanity's First MasterpieceApproximately 1.7 million years ago, Homo erectus accomplished something revolutionary: they created the first standardized tool in human history – the handaxe. This almond-shaped, bifacially worked stone tool... Read more...
IOVI CONSERVATORI – Jupiter, the Preserver: A Coin from Ancient Alexandria
On the reverse side of a small bronze coin, minted over 1,700 years ago in ancient Alexandria, stands a naked man with a globe and scepter. This is Jupiter –... Read more...
Constantius II – The Emperor in His Father's Shadow
He was the eldest son of the most powerful emperor of his time – yet Constantine II always remained in his father's shadow. As a young Caesar, he minted coins,... Read more...
Constantine the Great – The Emperor Who Changed the World
Few rulers in history have shaped the world as enduringly as Constantine I, known as "the Great." He was a military commander, a power politician, and a visionary – and... Read more...
Squalicorax – The Crow Shark of the Cretaceous
He was no giant like the later Megalodon – but he was one of the most successful and versatile predators of the Cretaceous period: Squalicorax, the so-called “crow shark”. His... Read more...
Otodus – The Ancestor of the Megalodon
Long before the Megalodon terrorized the world's oceans, another giant ruled the primordial seas: Otodus obliquus. This mighty prehistoric shark is not only one of the most fascinating ancestors of... Read more...
Enchodus – The Saber-Toothed Herring of the Cretaceous Period
He was small but feared: Enchodus petrosus, the so-called "saber-toothed herring" of the Cretaceous period, was one of the most agile predators of the primeval seas. Despite its modest body... Read more...
Spicomellus afer – The Armored Dinosaur from Africa
Spicomellus afer is one of the oldest ankylosaurs in the world – discovered in Morocco, it lived over 165 million years ago. All about the armored dinosaur from Africa. Read more...
Buying real fossils - is that really possible?
Can you really buy real fossils? Yes – if you know what to look for. We explain the difference from replicas, prices, and what to consider when buying. Read more...
Gifts for Dinosaur Fans: Ideas That Will Truly Excite Them
Are you looking for a gift for someone who loves dinosaurs? We'll show you the best ideas – from real fossils to scientific posters. Read more...
Nurse Shark Fossil: The Gentle Giant of Prehistory
The nurse shark is a living fossil – its ancestors already populated the seas over 100 million years ago. Learn all about its history, its fossilized teeth, and why it's... Read more...
Fossil Sea Urchins – Echinoderms from Primeval Times
Small Animals, Big History Sea urchins are among the oldest animal groups on Earth. Their ancestors appeared in the primeval oceans over 450 million years ago – and their basic... Read more...
Fossil Starfish – Witnesses from the Ordovician
One of Earth's Oldest Animal Body Plans Starfish are among the most fascinating animals in our oceans – and have been for over 450 million years. Their five-fold symmetry, ability... Read more...
Plesiosaurus – Enigmatic Long-necked Giant of the Seas
A Giant with a Long Neck – and Many Secrets When one thinks of prehistoric sea monsters, the Plesiosaurus quickly comes to mind. With its long, slender neck, compact body,... Read more...
The World's Best Fossil Sites
From the Sahara to the Canadian tundra – the Earth holds sites that delight paleontologists and collectors alike. We present the most significant fossil sites worldwide. Read more...
Radiometric Dating – How do we know how old a fossil is?
How do scientists determine the age of a fossil? Radiometric dating uses the decay of radioactive isotopes as a natural clock – providing astonishingly precise results over millions of years. Read more...
How were Roman coins made?
Roman coins were not pressed by machine, but struck by hand – a craft that was refined over centuries. Learn how ancient cultures produced their currency. Read more...
How Does Petrification Occur? The Process Step by Step
How does a dead animal become a fossil? The process of fossilization is rare, fascinating – and explains why some organisms survive for millions of years while others disappear without... Read more...
Trilobites - One of Earth's Oldest Arthropod Groups
Trilobites lived over 500 million years ago and are among the oldest and most successful arthropods in Earth's history. Learn all about their structure, diversity, and why their fossils are... Read more...
Megalodon – The Biggest Shark That Ever Lived
The Megalodon was the largest shark of all time – with teeth up to 18 cm long and a bite force that surpasses anything known. Learn all about its biology,... Read more...
Roman Coins: History, Types, and How to Recognize Originals
Roman coins are fascinating witnesses to antiquity. Learn all about types like the Denarius and Aureus, what the images mean, and how to identify originals. Read more...
Petrified Wood: When Trees Turn to Stone
Petrified wood forms when minerals replace a tree's organic material cell by cell—a process that takes millions of years. Learn how it forms and why it's so fascinating. Read more...
Mosasaurus – Ruler of the Prehistoric Oceans
The Mosasaurus was the largest marine reptile of the Cretaceous period – not a dinosaur, but a relative of today's monitor lizards. Learn all about its lifestyle, discovery, and fossil... Read more...
Shark Teeth as Fossils – Why They Are Preserved So Often
Sharks lose thousands of teeth in their lifetime – and that's precisely why fossilized shark teeth are so common. Learn how they form and what makes them coveted collector's items. Read more...
Fulgurite: When Lightning Strikes Sand
Fulgurites are formed when lightning strikes sand, melting it into glass. Learn how these fascinating natural wonders are created and why they are such special collector's items. Read more...
Buying Fossils: What to Look For in Authenticity and Quality
Buying a fossil is more than a transaction – it's a decision to bring a piece of Earth's history into your own home. But as with any collector's item, there... Read more...
The Most Common Ammonite Species and What They Reveal About Prehistoric Times
Ammonites are among the most well-known fossils in the world – and for good reason. Their characteristic spiral shapes have survived millions of years and today tell us about a... Read more...
What does a Certificate of Authenticity mean when buying fossils?
When you buy a fossil, you're not just acquiring an object – you're acquiring a piece of Earth's history. But how do you know if the fossil is really authentic?... Read more...
Sarcosuchus: One of the largest crocodyliformes of all time
112 million years ago, a crocodile-like creature lived in Africa that struck fear into dinosaurs themselves: Sarcosuchus imperator. Up to 12 meters long and 8 tons heavy – a giant... Read more...
Identifying Minerals: A Beginner's Guide
With a few simple methods, you can determine which mineral you have in front of you even without a laboratory. Color, streak color, hardness, luster, and crystal shape are the... Read more...
What is a Fossil? Formation, Types, and Locations
A fossil is the petrified remains of a once-living organism. Learn how fossils are formed, what types there are, and where the most significant discovery sites are located. Read more...
Ammonites: The Fascinating Spirals of Prehistory
For over 400 million years, ammonite fossils have lain dormant in rock layers around the globe. Learn all about their fascinating history, their significance for science, and their relation to... Read more...

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