About our Earth Sciences Collection
Over 10,000 Specimens
Historically Important
Over 10,000 Specimens
Our collection is constantly growing to make specimens more accessible to the public.
Palaeo-Focussed
Historically Important
Over 10,000 Specimens
The palaeontology section is the largest collection in the Earth Sciences Department.
Historically Important
Historically Important
Historically Important
We have specimens collected in the 19th Century by the pioneering founders of palaeontology.
Natural Wonders
Historically Important
Historically Important
We have some impressive wonders of nature, particularly our dinosaur & marine reptile skeletons.
Accessible
New to Science
Researchable
Our collection is on public display for you to see. Please consult our opening hours for details.
Researchable
New to Science
Researchable
All specimens in our accessioned public collection are available to researchers upon request.
New to Science
New to Science
New to Science
We have a number of specimens in the collection that are holotypes or are yet to be newly described.
Contact
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New to Science
Please contact overseeing curator Oliver Weeks for any enquiries about the collection.