👉 Palaeozoological is a scientific term that refers to the fossil record of life on Earth, which dates back to around 543 million years ago. This term encompasses all forms of life known or thought to have existed during this time period, from the earliest organisms (such as bacteria) to the most recent ones (such as modern humans). Palaeozoological research is a key area in paleontology and biology, examining the evolution of life on Earth from its earliest stages to the present