Object ID:
1919.17.135
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Fossil
Dimensions:
H-1.1 W-4.3 L-4.9 cm
Kingdom:
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum:
Arthropoda
Description:
Three trilobite specimens that include thorax and pygidium. The largest speciment is a mold, the second largest is a cast and the third is a possible body fossil. The specimens are in dark grey, shale matrix.
Class:
Trilobita (Trilobites)
Genus:
Dalmanites
VE Exhibit Label 1:
This species of trilobite was known to live 390-360 million years ago but these particular trilobites have an unknown associated location or geology, so the exact age cannot be identified. It is similar to the previous specimen but note the differences between the body segments. These particular specimens have a less pronounced pygidium and a feathery looking thorax.
Species:
boothi
Fossilization:
Molds & Casts
Dimension Details:
Dimensions of other pieces. L x W x H in cm.
3.3 x 3.4 x 1.4
1.7 x 1.9 x 0.6
3.3 x 3.4 x 1.4
1.7 x 1.9 x 0.6
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Trilobite Pygidium and Thorax
Trilobite Pygidium and Thorax