Description
An exceptional and rare specimen of Cleoniceras morgani, a beautifully preserved fossil ammonite from the Lower Albian Stage of the Early Cretaceous, discovered in the fossil-rich layers of Boeny, Madagascar.
Cleoniceras is one of the most iconic ammonite genera known for its smooth, involute shells and intricate suture patterns. This genus is a hallmark of the Albian marine environments, where it thrived in warm, shallow epicontinental seas.
All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive, with a scale rule and 1cm cube for size reference. Please see the image for full measurements.
Geological and Taxonomic Information:
- Species: Cleoniceras morgani
- Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
- Age: Early Cretaceous, Lower Albian (~113 to 105 million years ago)
- Location: Boeny Region, Madagascar
- Depositional Environment: Shallow tropical marine shelf
- Geological Stage: Lower Albian
Taxonomic Classification:
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Hoplitaceae
- Family: Hoplitidae
- Genus: Cleoniceras
Morphology & Notable Features:
- Strongly involute shell with rounded whorls
- Prominent, closely spaced growth lines and ribbing
- Complex suture lines visible on polished or cleaned surfaces
- Highly sought-after for its aesthetic appeal and structural completeness
Scientific & Collector Significance:
Cleoniceras morgani is prized for both its geological importance and striking visual appeal. The species serves as a useful biostratigraphic marker in Albian sequences and represents the evolutionary radiation of ammonites in the early Cretaceous.
This rare Madagascan specimen is ideal for collectors, educators, and curators of natural history displays.
Specimen Details:
- Approximate Size: Refer to photo with 1cm cube
- Condition: Professionally prepared and preserved
- Origin: Boeny, Madagascar
- Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Ideal For:
- Fossil ammonite collectors
- Educational and scientific displays
- Natural history museum curation
- Gifts for geology and paleontology enthusiasts
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