Object ID:
1919.17.219
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Fossil
Dimensions:
L-3.9 Dia-3.6 cm
Kingdom:
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum:
Mollusca (Molluscs)
Description:
Three gastropod whorls that are fragments removed from matrix. All three are internal molds.
Class:
Gastropoda (Snails, limpets)
Genus:
Murchisonia
VE Exhibit Label 1:
These specimens are the internal molds of sea snails. Without having a shell to identify the specimens, it is difficult to identify the species but not impossible. Reviewing the shape and size of the spiral, as well as knowing where the specimens were found both geographically and geologically, can help scientists identify the species. This is how a lot of identification works for museum collections.
Species:
bellicincta
Fossilization:
Molds
Period:
Ordovician
Formation:
Trenton
Site Name:
Watertown, NY
Dimension Details:
Dimensions of other pieces. L x D in cm.
4.5 x 3.5
3.8 x 2.9
4.5 x 3.5
3.8 x 2.9
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Lateral view of gastropod spires
Lateral view of gastropod spires