Description
Myliobatis Striatus Eagle Ray Tooth Plate Fossil
Identification
This genuine fossil specimen is identified as Myliobatis striatus, an eagle ray tooth plate fossil. Myliobatis is a genus of eagle rays, and its distinctive dental plates are associated with the feeding adaptations of these marine rays. The fossil identification makes this an appealing addition for collectors interested in fossil fish, marine vertebrates, palaeontology and the fossil record of ancient sea life.
Geological Context
The specimen is associated with the Barton Beds and dates from the Eocene. The Eocene was a significant period in the development of modern marine and terrestrial ecosystems, and fossils from this interval provide an important record of changing life and environments. The Barton Beds are well known in British geology for their fossil-bearing deposits, making this specimen particularly relevant to collectors of UK fossils and Hampshire geological material.
Locality
Highcliff, Barton-on-Sea, Hampshire, UK.
This locality information connects the specimen with one of the recognised fossil-collecting areas of the southern English coast. Barton-on-Sea and the surrounding Hampshire coastline are of lasting interest to fossil collectors because of their exposed sedimentary deposits and varied record of marine fossils. A Myliobatis striatus tooth plate from this setting offers both display appeal and a direct connection to the geological history of the United Kingdom.
Collection Details
From the Alice Purnell Collection
This specimen is suitable for a private fossil collection, educational display, natural history cabinet or geological gift. Its identification, Eocene age and Barton Beds association provide useful talking points for anyone studying fossil rays, fossil teeth and tooth plates, marine palaeontology or the geology of the Hampshire coast. It can also complement collections focused on shark and ray fossils, British stratigraphy or Cenozoic marine life.
Photograph and Sizing
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Authenticity
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
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