This section will tell the stories of the fossils found in Anza-Borrego.


Vertebrate Paleontology

Extinct Camels
The modern Anza-Borrego Desert is a treasure trove of camelid fossils and is quite possibly the greatest for any site in North America.

    Camel Excavation Underway
    For the past two years, a site has yielded camel, rodent and other trace fossils.
    Camels and Llamas of Anza-Borrego
    Extinct camels and llamas of Anza-Borrego.     

Mammoths
Coming soon! Mammoths in Our Midst.

Giant Tortoise
Coming soon! Find out about our new dig site where we are excavating a giant tortoise.

Invertebrate Paleontology

Coming soon! Our collection of invertebrates has recently increased significantly. Learn about shells, corals, sea urchins and sand dollars. And find out about the paleontologists who have been researching them.