Paleohistology

Paleohistology is the study of the microstructure of fossilized skeletal tissues, offering insights into the biology, growth patterns, and physiology of extinct organisms.

Despite the decay of organic components, the inorganic elements of bone preserve critical structures such as osteocyte lacunae, vascular canals, and collagen fibers. This highly specialized field within paleontology yields insights into the lives of extinct animals, including growth history and age at death.