fossilized footprints

Fossilized footprints are preserved impressions of footprints or trackways left by animals or humans in soft sediment like mud or sand, which later hardens into rock. Over millions of years, geological processes entomb these tracks, preserving the shape of the movement. They provide valuable insights into the behavior, locomotion, and environment of ancient creatures, offering a direct, visual connection to life millions of years ago. Such fossils help scientists understand how species moved, interacted, and adapted to their surroundings long before written history.