Mary Anning

English paleontologist and fossil collector

Mary Anning - English paleontologist and fossil collector
Born

May 21st, 1799
226 years ago

Died

1847
178 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1799, contributions to paleontology included significant discoveries along the Jurassic marine fossil beds in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Anning unearthed the first complete Ichthyosaurus skeleton in 1811 and played a vital role in the discovery of Plesiosaurus in 1823. Her work helped to advance the understanding of prehistoric life and laid foundational insights for the field, challenging contemporary scientific thought.

Discovered the first complete Ichthyosaurus skeleton

Unearthed the first Plesiosaurus specimen

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