Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Geology: Pliocene
Article describing the Pliocene Epoch, which lasted from 5.3 million to 1.8 million years ago, and was part of the Cenozoic Era. It covers subdivisions of the Pliocene, geology, and climate. (Published: January 20, 2010)
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Biomes: Etosha Pan Halophytics
Article on the Etosha Pan saline desert in Namibia, which is what remains of a lake from the Pliocene Epoch. Describes its geography, climate, plants and animals, its conservation status, and threats to its biodiversity. (Published:...
University of California
Ucmp: The Pliocene Epoch
A good brief review with links to additional information and a clickable chart showing the subdivisions of the Pliocene Epoch.
San Diego Natural History Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum: Fossil Field Guide: Flightless Auk
A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the flightless auk.
San Diego Natural History Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum: Fossil Field Guide: Extinct Gray Whale
A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct gray whale.
Other
Fossil News: A Blog on All Things Fossil and More
This blog from Fossilnews.com discussed the Antwerp Area in Belgium. This the website for fossil news blogs, so the topic changes periodically.