In the Early and Late Cretaceous periods, changing geological and ecological conditions created opportunities for the ex... MoreLast of the Dinosaurs: The Cretaceous Period
The Paleocene epoch was a time of recovery for mammals and birds, survivors of the Mesozoic era. As the Earth continued ... MoreThe Rise of Mammals: The Paleocene and Eocene Epochs
The human species is relatively new to the planet in geologic terms. With origins reaching back only a few million years... MoreEarly Humans: The Pleistocene and Holocene Epochs
In the story of human origins, the first primates were small, unremarkable tree dwellers in a world full of diverse mamm... MorePrimates and Human Ancestors: The Pliocene Epoch
About 15 million years ago, the diversity of mammals worldwide reached an astounding peak. As the continental landmasses... MoreThe Age of Mammals: The Oligocene and Miocene Epochs
The Prehistoric Earth is a comprehensive set devoted to dinosaurs and other fascinating prehistoric creatures, including... MoreThe Prehistoric Earth Set