Brachiopods and Bivalves: Two look-a-likes with different structures for filter feeding.
Brachiopods were one of the most abundant Paleozoic fossils with over 30,000 species. Let’s explore their form, functions and habitat through pictures and specimens.
Fossil and modern bivalves have evolved a burrowing lifestyle as a defense against predators. How their shell shape and evolution of siphons has enabled this lifestyle. Bivalves have dominated since the Permian extinction.
Novice and more experienced collectors will meet to exchange knowledge and help with fossil identification, discuss fossil locations, as well as other fossil related topics
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