Trilobite

Trilobite Information

Trilobites are part of the arthropod family, sharing this classification with creatures like insects, spiders, and crustaceans. These ancient mariners are said to have first appeared around 500 million years ago and thrived on earth for almost 300 years!

Their hard exoskeletons are not only a key reason why they are so well-preserved in the fossil record but also an indicator of their adaptive success in ancient marine environments. Trilobites were incredibly successful and could be found in oceans all around the world. This wide distribution means their fossils are found on every continent.