Wonambi Naracoortensis – Giant Snake Fossil Dig

The discovery of the Wonambi naracoortensis and other fossils in the Naracoorte Caves in South Australia was an impressive find. It shed light on ancient megafauna and helped scientists and researchers understand the evolution and ecology of extinct species.

The Wonambi naracoortensis, a giant extinct snake, is believed to have lived during the Pleistocene epoch (around 2 million to 11,700 years ago). The fossilized remains of the snake have been found in caves and other locations in southern Australia, providing a glimpse into the past and the diversity of life that once inhabited the continent.

Replicas like this Wonambi naracoortensis fossil dig are an excellent tool for educating people about the importance of preserving and protecting fossil treasures for future generations. While the replica may not be the real fossil stored in a museum, it provides a hands-on and interactive experience. This can help people better understand and appreciate the unique megafauna that once lived in Australia and become more aware of the need to protect these resources for future generations.

If you need help bringing palaeontological fossil finds to life, Natureworks can help you build a museum-quality display.

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Installation guide for landscape architects

These fossil digs are reinforced on the edges with extra-thick fibreglass. We drill about 6 to 8 x 12 mm holes through this and use 30 cms tent pegs (depending on soil type) driven into the ground. The entire fossil dig has about 75 to 100 mm of sand covering it, and kids use trowels and bannister brooms to uncover the fossils, one by one. There is always a lot of sand covering these, so they are very hard to steal.

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