Curating Natural History
Fossil Realm is an Ottawa-based gallery and consultancy presenting fossils, meteorites, and minerals as timeless works of art—curated to inspire awe and appreciation.
Experience and Expertise
For over four decades, Fossil Realm has curated exceptional fossils, meteorites and minerals. As leaders in natural history, we collaborate with commercial palaeontologists, scientists and other experts to offer timeless works of nature—pieces that inspire curiosity, wonder, and connection to Earth's ancient past.
Integrity and Professionalism
As members of AAPS and IMCA, we uphold the highest ethical standards in every aspect of our operation. Each specimen includes detailed geological context and provenance. Certificates of authenticity and condition reports are included with every purchase and further documentation is available upon request.
Passion and Wonder
At Fossil Realm, we believe in the profound beauty and significance of the natural world. Through our curated collection, we invite you to embark on a journey—one that celebrates the stories of transformation, adaptation, and evolution that define our planet's history and its place in the cosmos.
Timeless Forms: The Fossil Realm Blog
Willard: The Tale of a World Record-Setting Triceratops Skeleton
Willard - possibly the largest Triceratops prorsus skeleton ever found - spans 28 feet long and 11.8 feet high. Credit: Diego Mattarelli
Have you ever wondered how a dinosaur skeleton ends up in a museum or public exhibition? Who discovers and digs up the bones? How are the bones stabilized and prepared? And what process is used to restore the missing parts and, eventually, assemble the finished specimen? Read on to find out more about Willard —an astounding fossilized Triceratops prorsus skeleton recently unearthed in the badlands of North Dakota -possibly the world’s largest example of the species ever found!
Unveiling the World of Trilobites: A Conversation with Dr. Lukáš Laibl
Dr. Lukáš Laib in the Fezouata lagerstätte near Zagora, Morocco. Credit: Martina Nohejlová.
Czech paleontologist Dr. Lukáš Laibl shares wide ranging tips for anyone interested in the study of fossils. His dedicated research about trilobite development and evolution (and trilobite larvae in particular) provides a glimpse into the excitement of discovering unexpected facts about the prehistoric past. Dr. Laibl’s road to a career in paleontology was heavily influenced by natural history books and he was happy to recommend several books and resources for fellow enthusiasts and aspiring paleontologists.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum’s Innovative New Exhibit: Grounds for Discovery
"Mummified" Nodosaur (new armoured dinosaur). Image courtesy of the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Drumheller, AB.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum's exciting new exhibit, Grounds for Discovery, showcases many marvellous fossil specimens that were discovered accidentally through industrial activity. The exhibit is a testament to Alberta’s collaborative relationships between palaeontologists and major corporations, like the energy giant Suncor. We had the pleasure of discussing the unique premise behind the exhibit (and the mummified Nodosaur) with Dr. Don Brinkman, the Royal Tyrrell Museum's Director of Preservation and Research.
