Why paleontology is about much more than just dinosaurs

Lauren Sallan: A brief tour of the last 4 billion years (dinosaurs not included) · 8:36 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: Join paleontologist and TED Fellow Lauren Sallan for a whirlwind tour of Earth's evolutionary history. This video explores the incredible diversity of life that has roamed our planet over the last four billion years.

Moving beyond the famous era of dinosaurs, the presentation highlights the bizarre and varied creatures that have existed throughout time. You will encounter unexpected prehistoric life, such as winged sharks, galloping crocodiles, and rhinos with long necks.

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