Belemnite – Belemnites explanatus Fossil, Kellaways Beds, Callovian, Jurassic: Latton Quarry, Cotswold Water Park, Swindon, UK – COA

Description

This Belemnite – Belemnites explanatus Fossil is a stunning specimen from the Kellaways Beds of the Callovian Stage, Jurassic Period, discovered at Latton Quarry, located in Cotswold Water Park, Swindon, United Kingdom. Belemnites, an extinct group of marine cephalopods similar to modern squids, were abundant during the Jurassic Period and this fossil offers a rare glimpse into the ancient marine environments where these creatures once thrived.

Geological Information:

• Geological Stage: Callovian, Jurassic (Approximately 166 to 161 million years ago)
• Depositional Environment: The Callovian Stage was marked by warm, shallow seas covering much of Europe, including the region now known as the Cotswold Water Park in Swindon, UK. The Kellaways Beds formed during this time and are rich in fossils, particularly those of belemnites and other marine life. These shallow marine environments provided the ideal conditions for Belemnites explanatus to thrive.
• Biozone: The fossil comes from the Callovian biozone, a time known for abundant marine life, especially belemnites and ammonites, which played an important role in the food webs of the ancient seas.

Fossil Features:

• Family: Belemnitidae
• Super Family: Belemnoidea
• Order: Teuthida
• Morphology: The Belemnites explanatus fossil displays a bullet-shaped rostrum, the preserved hard part of the belemnite, which is the most commonly found part of the organism. The rostrum is elongated and cylindrical, with distinctive striations running along its length. These striations are key identifiers for the species. The fossilized rostrum is often found well-preserved and offers a detailed representation of this ancient marine creature.

Notable Details:

• This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its legitimacy and historical value.
• The specimen has been carefully selected for its high-quality preservation. The photograph provided shows the actual specimen you will receive, so you can be confident in your purchase.
• Scale Rule: The scale rule squares/cube shown in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to gauge the size of the fossil accurately. Full sizing details are included in the photograph.

Condition:

This Belemnites explanatus Fossil is in excellent condition, showcasing the characteristic bullet-shaped rostrum with clearly visible striations. It has been cleaned and treated for display, making it an exceptional piece for any fossil collection or for those interested in Jurassic marine life.