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Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate | Lower Eocene | Bracklesham Bay Sussex UK | Authentic Fossil with COA | Alice Purnell Collection
Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate | Lower Eocene | Bracklesham Bay Sussex UK | Authentic Fossil with COA | Alice Purnell Collection - Image 2

Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate | Lower Eocene | Bracklesham Bay Sussex UK | Authentic Fossil with COA | Alice Purnell Collection

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Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate | Lower Eocene | Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, UK

Step back in time to the Lower Eocene Epoch with this exquisite Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate, a testament to ancient marine ecosystems that thrived around 56 to 47.8 million years ago. Discovered in the fossil-rich strata of Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, UK, this rare specimen is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest fossil collections globally.

Geology & Fossil Information:

  • Species: Aetobatus irregularis (Eagle Ray)
  • Fossil Type: Ray Plate
  • Geological Period: Lower Eocene (Ypresian Stage, ~56 – 47.8 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, United Kingdom

The Aetobatus irregularis is a member of the eagle ray family, known for its distinctive, flat body and broad dental plates adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey such as mollusks and crustaceans. This fossilized ray plate showcases the complex dentition that highlights the evolutionary sophistication of this ancient species.

Key Features:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil Specimen
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection
  • Actual specimen shown – Scale rule squares/cube = 1cm (full sizing available in the photo)

This fossil is perfect for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts of paleontology and natural history. The provided photograph depicts the exact specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency and authenticity.

Secure this rare Eocene fossil today and own a remarkable piece of prehistoric marine life!

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Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate | Lower Eocene | Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, UK

Step back in time to the Lower Eocene Epoch with this exquisite Aetobatus irregularis Fossil Ray Plate, a testament to ancient marine ecosystems that thrived around 56 to 47.8 million years ago. Discovered in the fossil-rich strata of Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, UK, this rare specimen is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest fossil collections globally.

Geology & Fossil Information:

  • Species: Aetobatus irregularis (Eagle Ray)
  • Fossil Type: Ray Plate
  • Geological Period: Lower Eocene (Ypresian Stage, ~56 – 47.8 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Bracklesham Bay, Sussex, United Kingdom

The Aetobatus irregularis is a member of the eagle ray family, known for its distinctive, flat body and broad dental plates adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey such as mollusks and crustaceans. This fossilized ray plate showcases the complex dentition that highlights the evolutionary sophistication of this ancient species.

Key Features:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil Specimen
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection
  • Actual specimen shown – Scale rule squares/cube = 1cm (full sizing available in the photo)

This fossil is perfect for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts of paleontology and natural history. The provided photograph depicts the exact specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency and authenticity.

Secure this rare Eocene fossil today and own a remarkable piece of prehistoric marine life!

Additional information

Era

Eocene
Origin

United Kingdom

Eocene Information

The Eocene Period (56–33.9 million years ago) was a time of warm global temperatures and the rapid evolution of mammals following the extinction of the dinosaurs. The climate was hot and humid, with lush rainforests covering much of the planet, even near the poles. Mammals diversified into new ecological roles, with early primates, whales (like Basilosaurus), large herbivores, and carnivores emerging. Birds and reptiles also thrived, and the first grasses began spreading, setting the stage for later grassland ecosystems. By the late Eocene, the Earth’s climate cooled significantly, leading to the formation of the first Antarctic ice sheets and the eventual transition to the drier, cooler Oligocene Period.

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