This listing features a genuine fossilized bird bone from the Woolwich Beds, dating back to the Paleocene-Eocene transition (~56 million years ago). This well-preserved specimen was discovered in Beltinge, Kent, UK, a highly regarded fossil site known for producing remarkable early Paleogene vertebrate fossils, including sharks, fish, reptiles, and rare bird remains.
The presence of fossilized bird bones in the Woolwich Beds is exceptionally rare. Birds have lightweight, hollow bones that are fragile and decompose quickly, making their preservation in the fossil record highly uncommon. This specimen provides a fascinating glimpse into early Cenozoic avian evolution, when birds were diversifying after the mass extinction event that ended the reign of the dinosaurs.
While the exact species is undetermined, this fossil likely belonged to an early wading bird or marine-associated species, as the Woolwich Beds were deposited in shallow coastal and estuarine environments. The early Paleogene was a time of major bird radiation, with groups such as shorebirds, waterfowl, and primitive seabirds beginning to establish dominance in coastal ecosystems.
✅ Type: Fossil Bird Bone
✅ Geological Formation: Woolwich Beds
✅ Geological Age: Paleocene-Eocene (~56 million years old)
✅ Location: Beltinge, Kent, UK
✅ Authenticity: 100% Genuine Fossil with a Certificate of Authenticity
The Woolwich Beds represent a crucial period in early Cenozoic environmental and faunal development. These deposits were formed in shallow marine and estuarine settings, preserving fossils from a wide range of species, including sharks, rays, mollusks, reptiles, and rare birds. Fossils from this formation provide valuable insights into the post-dinosaur avian diversification and the changing ecosystems of the Paleocene-Eocene transition.
🔹 Extremely Rare Bird Fossil – Avian fossils from the Paleocene-Eocene are exceptionally scarce due to the delicate nature of bird bones.
🔹 Exceptional Preservation – Displays good structural integrity, making it a valuable research specimen or collector’s piece.
🔹 Museum-Grade Specimen – A highly collectible fossil, ideal for fossil collectors, paleontology enthusiasts, and educational displays.
🔹 Guaranteed Authenticity – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity for provenance verification.
📏 Scale Cube = 1cm – Please see photos for full sizing details.
📸 What You See Is What You Get – The specimen in the photos is the exact fossil you will receive.
This extraordinarily rare British Eocene bird bone fossil is a must-have for collectors, researchers, and anyone fascinated by the evolution of prehistoric birds.
💎 Don’t miss this opportunity to own a unique and scientifically significant fossil!