Paleontology
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Dinosaur is well known for its Dinosaur fossils. It is also a place where the science of paleontology, has developed. Paleontology is the study of prehistoric life, including organisms' evolution and interactions with each other and their environments. Dinosaur National Monument was originally established to protect paleontological resources and the monument provides many opportunities to learn about this science. However, the famous Carnegie Quarry is just one of many places where dinosaurs and other fossils are found in the park. 
The internal structure of Allosaurus jimmadseni including the brain case and the entire inside of the left side in the skull can be seen. Dinosaur's Superstars of Paleontology Many amazing fossil specimens have been found at Dinosaur throughout the years. Meet some of these Superstars of Paleontology and find out where you can see actual fossils from the Monument.
Click here to find out why these paleontologists are smiling! NPS Saving the Dinosaurs of Dinosaur! During the summer of 2012, paleontologists were seen working along the quarry cliff face, but they weren't excavating bones. Just what were they doing?? Click here to find out about this project to preserve the cliff face.
Desert landscape today. Hunting Dinosaurs in an Ancient Paleontologists have not only found fossils in the Jurassic Morrison Formation, but they have also discovered fossils and abundant evidence for other life forms in the early Jurassic Glen Canyon Formation. Click here to see what kinds of cool critters lived in this ancient desert environment!
Illustration of Abydosaurus Copyright 2010, Michael W. Skrepnick New Dinosaur Rears Its Head in the Park Even today Dinosaur National Monument is an area of ongoing paleontological field work and discovery. Paleontologists continue to find completely new animals. You can learn about one new dinosaur recently discovered in the park here.
The Carnegie Museum has many dinosaurs found at Dinosaur National Monument on display. Our Carnegie Connection The Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania features many dinosaurs on display that were excavated from the Dinosaur National Monument area or have been found here. Click here to find out what is takes to mount such large skeletons.
Visit an on-line multi-media exhibit that gives you an intimate look at the remarkable fossils of Dinosaur National Monument. Work in Progress Paleontology research continues at Dinosaur National Monument. We continue to make new discoveries and learn new things about life in the past. Monument staff will continue to expand this section of the website to share the great diversity of paleontological subjects found in the monument. Check back often! |
Did You Know?
Dinosaur National Monument's geology is a feast for the mind and the eye. The rock layers, which have been tilted by folding, expose a variety of colors and textures.