Description
This listing features a genuine and well-preserved Neverita reclusiana fossil, an attractive marine gastropod from the Sooke Formation, part of the Carmanah Group, collected at Muir Creek beach on southwestern Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. This specimen is a fine example of Miocene marine life from a fossiliferous coastal environment.
Geology & Origin:
The Sooke Formation, within the Carmanah Group, consists of shallow marine sandstone and siltstone deposits from the Miocene Epoch of the Neogene Period (approximately 23 to 5 million years ago). These marine environments supported a variety of molluscs, including the moon snail Neverita reclusiana. Sedimentation in the Muir Creek area helped preserve shell material with remarkable clarity, making it a sought-after fossil locality in British Columbia.
Fossil Type & Classification:
- Type: Fossil Gastropod (Extinct marine mollusc)
- Species: Neverita reclusiana
- Formation: Sooke Formation (Carmanah Group)
- Geological Age: Miocene, Neogene Period
- Preservation: Excellent, with well-defined spiral whorls and aperture
Features:
- 100% genuine, natural fossil specimen
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
- Carefully chosen for its detail and visual appeal
- The exact specimen shown in the listing photos
- Scale cube = 1cm: Please refer to image for full sizing
Why Buy From Us? We specialise in genuine, professionally curated fossils, responsibly sourced and prepared. Every fossil comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring trust and value.
An ideal piece for collectors, educators, or as a captivating natural history display from Canada’s geologic past.
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