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Jurassic Coast fossil records made available in digital catalogue

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A wide shot of Dorset's coast, with cliffs curling around the bay. In the foreground, beyond a beach, some fencing, and more than a dozen cars parked in a car park, is Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, a two-storey building that extends out in the centre at its entrance.

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Jurassic Coast fossil records published in new digital catalogue

Overview

Hundreds of scientifically important fossil records from the Jurassic Coast have been made publicly available online for the first time through the Fossil Codes website, featuring more than 600 specimens from Dorset and East Devon. Led by the University of Birmingham with various partners, the project aims to aid researchers, museums, and collectors while supporting ethical collecting guidelines.

Key points

  • The Fossil Codes website features over 600 scientifically important fossil specimens from the Dorset and East Devon coast.
  • The digital catalogue allows researchers, museums, and communities worldwide to access images and records, while fossil hunters can log new discoveries.
  • The launch marks the 25th anniversary of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • The digitisation project was led by the University of Birmingham with support from Natural England, the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, local collectors, and Dorset Council.
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