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Meyeria magna Fossil Shrimp – Cretaceous Age – Isle of Wight UK – Authentic British Crustacean Fossil with Certificate
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Meyeria magna Fossil Shrimp – Cretaceous Age – Isle of Wight UK – Authentic British Crustacean Fossil with Certificate

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All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity

 

Name: Meyeria magna

Age: Cretaceous

Location: Isle of Wight, UK

Size (picture scale cube=1cm): 49 x 37 x 14mm (1.93 x 1.46 x 0.55 inches)

The term shrimp is used to refer to some decapod crustaceans, although the exact animals covered can vary. Used broadly, shrimp may cover any of the groups with elongated bodies and a primarily swimming mode of locomotion – most commonly Caridea and Dendrobranchiata.

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. The specimen has been carefully hand selected and photographed. Measurements are as accurate as possible, though be aware measuring precise dimensions can be difficult from irregular shaped items. Whilst we portray colours as close to life-like as we can, colours will vary if taken in sunlight, indoors, from monitor to monitor and device to device. Once this specimen is sold, we will update this listing with new similar selected item, with a new photo and dimensions.

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Description

Authentic Cretaceous Fossil Shrimp – Meyeria magna
This listing is for a genuine Meyeria magna fossil shrimp, an extraordinary decapod crustacean specimen from the Isle of Wight, UK, dating back to the Cretaceous period. All of our fossils are 100% genuine and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Context:
The Cretaceous period (approx. 145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the dinosaurs and a time of flourishing marine ecosystems. The Isle of Wight is world-renowned for its fossil deposits, particularly from the Cretaceous strata, which have yielded both terrestrial and marine fossils of exceptional scientific importance. Fossils of crustaceans like Meyeria magna provide insight into the evolution of early decapods and the ecological roles they played in Cretaceous seas.

About Meyeria magna (Fossil Shrimp):
Meyeria magna belongs to a fascinating group of crustaceans that includes shrimp, lobsters, and crabs. The term “shrimp” here refers to elongated-bodied decapods adapted primarily for swimming.

  • Belongs to the decapod group, closely related to lobsters and crabs.
  • Shows elongated body structures typical of swimming crustaceans.
  • Provides a glimpse into the diversity of marine arthropods during the Cretaceous.
  • Rarely preserved due to the fragile nature of crustacean exoskeletons, making this specimen especially valuable.

Specimen Details:

  • Name: Meyeria magna (Fossil Shrimp)
  • Type: Decapod Crustacean
  • Age: Cretaceous
  • Location: Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Scale cube: 1 cm (see photo for accurate sizing)

Please Note:

  • The photographs show the exact specimen you will receive.
  • Measurements are provided as accurately as possible; irregular shapes may make precise sizing difficult.
  • Colours may appear slightly different depending on lighting conditions (sunlight vs indoor) and display devices.
  • Once sold, this listing will be updated with a new specimen, new photographs, and measurements.

This fossil has been carefully hand-selected and photographed. It is an outstanding example of a British fossil shrimp and a beautiful addition for fossil collectors, natural history enthusiasts, or educational displays.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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