Question 1

What is Paleo Guide?

Accepted Answer

Paleo Guide is a free web app for exploring real fossil occurrences from the Paleobiology Database on an interactive geological map, plus lessons on paleontology, geology, and dinosaurs.

Question 2

Where does the fossil data come from?

Accepted Answer

Fossil occurrence data comes from the Paleobiology Database (PBDB), a community-curated scientific database of fossil occurrences used by researchers worldwide.

Question 3

Can I learn paleontology on Paleo Guide?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Learn tab includes short lessons on fossils, the geological timescale, geology, paleontology methods, and dinosaurs.

Question 4

Can I export fossil data?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Filtered fossil occurrences can be exported as CSV for spreadsheets or KML for Google Earth and other GIS tools.