Colorado's "Newest" Mass Extinction - A Tale from the Dire Formation

Explore Colorado's geological history through a captivating Science Division Pop-up Lecture that uncovers a local mass extinction event. Delve into the Dire Formation, examine fossils, and learn about karst landscapes as James Hagadorn guides you through the intricate process of field work, dating techniques, and rock succession analysis. Discover the hidden stories within the Earth's layers, compare findings with other extinction events, and gain insights into what might have been overlooked in previous studies. Unravel the mysteries of Colorado's ancient past and its significance in understanding global ecological changes through time.

Intro
The Dire Formation
Fossils
karst
data
field work
techniques
dating
succession of rocks
what we missed
plot
comparison