Dinostars
Dinosaurs are the rock stars of the fossil world. Transcending the world of science to be embraced by popular culture. Films, comics, documentaries, t shirts and toys
Matt Dale is owner and manager of Mr Wood’s Fossils, a shop in Edinburgh, Scotland. He is a geologist, likes going to places, eating things and has hobbies. He is too big.
He met Ernesto Duran many years ago in Arizona, and has since learn a few words of Spanish. They have had a number of adventures together.
Matt will be writing a monthly piece about rocks, fossils and geological news for the Pietra Gallery website.
Dinosaurs are the rock stars of the fossil world. Transcending the world of science to be embraced by popular culture. Films, comics, documentaries, t shirts and toys
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