Celebrating a Major Milestone
New Zealand celebrates a remarkable achievement by maintaining the world’s largest open access fossil database, with the recent addition of 100,000 fossil sites. This extensive collection serves as a vital resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike, showcasing the country’s rich paleontological heritage.
A Unique Resource for Fossil Research
What sets New Zealand apart is that it is the only country to offer a fully cataloged and open-source database of its identified fossil specimens. This innovative approach allows scientists and the public to access invaluable information about New Zealand’s geological past and its diverse fossil record, sparking curiosity and promoting further research in paleontology.