Fossils (IMAGE) University of Hamburg Caption Fossils that be became extinct millions of years ago can reveal various aspects of how they lived. Credit W.J.Foster Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. No derivatives or adaptations of the work are permitted. License CC BY-ND Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.