Common archetypal themes point to common origins and universal principals.
I'm an amateur Paleontologist
Fossils, in my mind, are another "breadcrumb trail" that God has left us to explore and expand our understanding of his handiwork.
As do all his works, fossils and the evolutionary processes they reveal "declare His glory"
The earlier posts in this series discus these ideas in more detail.
Thanks @gavvet. Yes, I agree, I think there are many breadcrumbs for us to follow. Such as my following the breadcrumbs and coming across your post. Appreciated. ))