Articles for category: Dino Guides & Destinations

Royal Tyrrell Museum in Alberta (December 2024)

The Royal Tyrrell Museum: Canada’s Dino Crown Jewel in Drumheller

The Royal Tyrrell Museum stands as a testament to Canada’s rich paleontological heritage, nestled in the otherworldly badlands of Drumheller, Alberta. Since opening its doors in 1985, this world-renowned institution has established itself as one of North America’s premier destinations for dinosaur enthusiasts and science lovers alike. Named after Joseph Burr Tyrrell, who discovered the ...

Postosuchus, Coelophysis, and Placerias

Coelophysis New Mexico’s State Fossil and One of the Oldest Dinosaurs in North America

Nestled in the ancient rocks of New Mexico lies a remarkable piece of prehistoric history—the fossilized remains of Coelophysis, a slender, agile predator that roamed North America during the Late Triassic period. Designated as New Mexico’s state fossil in 1981, Coelophysis holds a special place in paleontological research and the state’s natural heritage. This small ...