Look up the Permian-Triassic extinction. Roughly 251 million years ago, Earth lost over 90% of all species—marine and terrestrial. Life on Earth came this close to disappearing altogether. We call it “The Great Dying.” And it’s just one of many. The one 12,800 years ago? That barely cracks the list. | The Randall Carlson

Triassic Talk with Aamon! 🦖🔥 Aamon Jaeger of Northwest Montana Fossils breaks down some incredible Triassic fossils from their personal ranch in northern Arizona. 🦖 Phytosaur Scute & Tooth – Phytosaurs were massive, 20ft-long crocodile-like predators with serrated teeth. This scute (armor plating) and tooth were found together, a rare glimpse into Triassic life. 🦕 Aetosaur Scute – Aetosaurs were herbivores that looked like spiked, armor-plated armadillos. This piece features a carnivore and