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Eucosmus caraboeufi Fossil Echinoid – Middle Jurassic Bajocian – Garsif, Morocco – Genuine with Certificate

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Presenting a genuine Eucosmus caraboeufi fossil echinoid, collected from the Bajocian Stage of the Middle Jurassic, originating in Garsif, Morocco. This exceptionally preserved fossil sea urchin represents a rare and scientifically notable echinoid genus with distinctive morphological characteristics. The specimen photographed is the actual piece you will receive. For sizing, each scale cube equals 1cm – please refer to the images for full dimensions.

Species & Classification:

  • Species: Eucosmus caraboeufi
  • Type: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
  • Order: Cidaroida
  • Family: Eucidaridae
  • Phylum: Echinodermata

Geological & Stratigraphic Context:

  • Period: Jurassic
  • Epoch: Middle Jurassic
  • Stage: Bajocian (Approx. 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine carbonate beds (exact Moroccan stratigraphy variable)
  • Locality: Garsif, Morocco
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine, subtidal carbonate platform with high faunal diversity and excellent conditions for fossil preservation

Morphology Features:

  • Strongly ornamented test with prominent interambulacral tubercles
  • Spherical to sub-globose body shape, consistent with cidaroid adaptations
  • Radiating ambulacral rows with small pore pairs for tube feet
  • Rigid, robust test structure indicative of a benthic marine lifestyle

Notable Facts:

  • Eucosmus caraboeufi is a classic representative of Jurassic cidaroid echinoids and is often used in studies of Middle Jurassic echinoderm evolution.
  • Moroccan Bajocian localities are renowned for their fossil preservation, yielding echinoids with remarkable surface detail.
  • Fossils from this region contribute valuable insights into the paleobiogeography of Jurassic echinoid faunas across the Tethyan Realm.

Why Buy From Us?

  • This is a 100% genuine fossil, ethically sourced
  • Comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • The actual item pictured is the one you will receive
  • Hand-selected for scientific accuracy and aesthetic appeal

This Eucosmus caraboeufi fossil echinoid is a rare and exquisite addition to any fossil collection, educational setting, or personal display—a tangible relic of ancient marine ecosystems from the heart of the Jurassic seas.

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Description

Presenting a genuine Eucosmus caraboeufi fossil echinoid, collected from the Bajocian Stage of the Middle Jurassic, originating in Garsif, Morocco. This exceptionally preserved fossil sea urchin represents a rare and scientifically notable echinoid genus with distinctive morphological characteristics. The specimen photographed is the actual piece you will receive. For sizing, each scale cube equals 1cm – please refer to the images for full dimensions.

Species & Classification:

  • Species: Eucosmus caraboeufi
  • Type: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
  • Order: Cidaroida
  • Family: Eucidaridae
  • Phylum: Echinodermata

Geological & Stratigraphic Context:

  • Period: Jurassic
  • Epoch: Middle Jurassic
  • Stage: Bajocian (Approx. 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine carbonate beds (exact Moroccan stratigraphy variable)
  • Locality: Garsif, Morocco
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine, subtidal carbonate platform with high faunal diversity and excellent conditions for fossil preservation

Morphology Features:

  • Strongly ornamented test with prominent interambulacral tubercles
  • Spherical to sub-globose body shape, consistent with cidaroid adaptations
  • Radiating ambulacral rows with small pore pairs for tube feet
  • Rigid, robust test structure indicative of a benthic marine lifestyle

Notable Facts:

  • Eucosmus caraboeufi is a classic representative of Jurassic cidaroid echinoids and is often used in studies of Middle Jurassic echinoderm evolution.
  • Moroccan Bajocian localities are renowned for their fossil preservation, yielding echinoids with remarkable surface detail.
  • Fossils from this region contribute valuable insights into the paleobiogeography of Jurassic echinoid faunas across the Tethyan Realm.

Why Buy From Us?

  • This is a 100% genuine fossil, ethically sourced
  • Comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • The actual item pictured is the one you will receive
  • Hand-selected for scientific accuracy and aesthetic appeal

This Eucosmus caraboeufi fossil echinoid is a rare and exquisite addition to any fossil collection, educational setting, or personal display—a tangible relic of ancient marine ecosystems from the heart of the Jurassic seas.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic

Origin

Morocco

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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