La Brea Tar Pits

The La Brea Tar Pits are a famous geological site located in Los Angeles, California, where natural tar has seeped to the surface from underground oil deposits. Over thousands of years, this sticky tar trapped many animals, preserving their bones and providing valuable insights into prehistoric life. The site has yielded numerous fossils, including those of mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and ancient plants. Today, the La Brea Tar Pits is a popular museum and research facility, showcasing these discoveries and teaching visitors about the rich history of North America's Ice Age ecosystem.