Burgess Shale UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Burgess Shale UNESCO World Heritage Site in Canada is a remarkable fossil site that reveals the earliest complex life forms from around 505 million years ago. Its well-preserved fossils showcase an extraordinary diversity of ancient animals, many with unique body structures not seen today. These fossils provide vital insights into the early evolution of life on Earth, helping scientists understand how complex ecosystems and organisms developed over time. The site’s exceptional preservation makes it one of the most important paleontological resources for studying the origins of multicellular life.