Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology Courses

Extraordinary Modes of Fossil Preservation

Explore extraordinary fossil preservation methods beyond permineralization, including opal replacement, metal fossilization, and preservation of internal organs, feathers, nests, and eggs.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using Trace Fossils to Reconstruct Palaeoenvironments

Explore ancient environments through trace fossils. Dr. Jenni Scott reveals how dinosaur activity records inform us about populations and evolution in Cretaceous coastal plains and rivers.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Global Warming and Society

Explore the complex interplay between global warming, politics, and society in this thought-provoking presentation by Dr. Jerry Osborn, addressing key issues and institutional influences.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sauropods: Titans of the Mesozoic

Explore the fascinating world of sauropods, Earth's largest land animals. Learn about their unique features, feeding habits, growth patterns, and dominance during the Mesozoic Era.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Predator-Prey Interactions Between Crabs and Gastropods

Explore climate change impacts on crab-snail predation dynamics in modern and fossil ecosystems, examining shell repair patterns and ocean acidification effects across time and geography.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Archaeopteryx: The World’s Most Famous Bird

Explore Archaeopteryx's paleontological history, anatomy, and ecological niche in the Late Jurassic. Discover its significance as a transitional species and the fascinating stories behind its fossil discoveries.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Before Ankylosaurs, There Were Aetosaurs

Explore aetosaurs, Triassic armored reptiles predating ankylosaurs. Learn about their anatomy, evolution, and recent discoveries that shed light on these fascinating prehistoric creatures.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Trilobites from Mount Stephen, BC

Explore the Middle Cambrian Stephen Formation's trilobites, fossils, and scientific discoveries. Learn about historical research and recent findings in this paleontological treasure trove.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Changing Landscapes in the Tien Shan Mountains of Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia's Tien Shan mountains: their rapid formation, seismic hazards, and impact on ecosystems over 10 million years. Discover ancient mammals and implications for modern cold-adapted organisms.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fossil Fish from the Late Cretaceous of Alberta

Explore fossil fish from Late Cretaceous Alberta, challenges in identifying isolated elements, and new insights into teleost fish history using advanced technology like micro CT scanners.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Great Plains Short-Horned Lizard in Canada

Explore the unique adaptations and conservation needs of Canada's Great Plains Short-horned Lizard, focusing on its cold-weather survival and habitat requirements in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fossils of Mongolia

Exploring Mongolia's rich fossil heritage, efforts to combat poaching, and initiatives for public education and economic benefit through paleontology conservation.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ya Ha Tinda and Mass Extinction in the Early Jurassic

Explore Early Jurassic mass extinction through exceptional fossils at Ya Ha Tinda, offering insights into marine communities during environmental upheaval and global extinction events.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Insights from China on the Dinosaurian Origin of Birds

Explore the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and birds through Chinese fossil discoveries, revealing insights on feather development, flight adaptations, and anatomical structures.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Eocene Vertebrate Fauna and Flora in Canada's High Arctic

Explore Eocene Arctic ecosystems: lush rainforests, diverse fauna, and climate insights. Dr. Eberle discusses fossil evidence, ancient animals' adaptability, and implications for future Arctic environments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video