Lagerstättenexceptional
Lagerstättenexceptional are rare and exceptionally well-preserved fossil sites that provide unparalleled insights into past life. The term "Lagerstätte" is German for "storage place" and is used in paleontology to describe these extraordinary fossil localities. These sites are characterized by the rapid burial of organisms, which protects them from decay and scavenging, thus preserving delicate structures like soft tissues, feathers, and even the original colors of extinct animals.
The exceptional preservation found in Lagerstättenexceptional allows for a more complete understanding of ancient ecosystems, evolutionary
Examples of famous Lagerstättenexceptional include the Burgess Shale in Canada, known for its preservation of early