The Marble Canyon Burgess Shale Locality and the Early Evolution of Fishes
Offered By: Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the groundbreaking discoveries at the Marble Canyon Burgess Shale locality and their implications for understanding the early evolution of fishes in this 35-minute lecture by Dr. Jean-Bernard Caron from the Royal Ontario Museum. Delve into the fascinating world of Paleozoic marine life as Dr. Caron presents the latest findings from this exceptional fossil site. Learn about the unique preservation conditions that have allowed for the discovery of remarkably detailed fossils, including early fish specimens. Examine the significance of the Marble Canyon fossils in relation to the broader context of the Burgess Shale formation and its importance in reconstructing the evolutionary history of early vertebrates. Gain insights into the research methods and techniques used to study these ancient remains and how they contribute to our understanding of early fish diversity and anatomy.
Syllabus
Introduction
Presentation
Pacaya
Fossils
Marble Canyon
Taught by
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
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