Photo by Aaron Camens, taken at Lake Callabonna Fossil Locality
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Volunteer with FUPS
The Flinders University Palaeontology lab collects fossils from a series of incredible fossil deposits around Australia. These fossils require preparation prior to being a part of the research completed here in the labs.
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Type of Fossil Preparation
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Two primary types of fossil prep take place in the Flinders University Palaeontology labs. The first is fossil sorting, where large amounts of sediment are collected from the field and volunteers in the lab sort out the fossil elements.
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The second form of fossil preparation is with larger fossils which have been excavated from the field. These fossils require sediment removal and hardening using acetone and paraloid.
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Both forms of preparation are slow moving but extremely rewarding with all fossils contributing to the great research being conducted.
Fossil Sorting
More Information​
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If you are interested in volunteering in the lab then feel free to get in touch with the society!
Fossil Sorting days occur regularly and different kinds of work crop up often for those who offer their time. This is especially for palaeontology students who are interested in furthering their lab experience.
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Current volunteering sessions operate on a first-in basis so take the chance if you have the time.
For further information or to discuss options please us at flinderspalaeo@gmail.com.
Fossil Identification
Fossil removal from safety plaster jacket