Description
PHYLLOCERAS Fossil Ammonite – Aptian Stage, Cretaceous Period, Morocco
This beautifully preserved Phylloceras fossil ammonite represents an extinct genus of cephalopods that thrived during the Aptian stage of the Early Cretaceous, around 125 to 113 million years ago. Found in the fossil-rich strata of Morocco, this specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient marine ecosystems and the evolution of ammonoids.
Fossil Type & Species:
- Type: Invertebrate Fossil (Ammonite Shell)
- Genus: Phylloceras
- Order: Ammonitida
- Suborder: Phylloceratina
- Family: Phylloceratidae
- Geological Age: Aptian Stage, Early Cretaceous (approx. 125–113 million years ago)
Geological & Stratigraphic Details:
- Formation: Likely from Cretaceous marine deposits of the Atlas Basin or adjacent units in Morocco
- Depositional Environment: Open marine setting with fine sedimentation that supported the fossilisation of delicate cephalopod shells
- Biozone: Aptian ammonite-bearing marine strata (specific zonation not formally assigned)
Morphology & Features: This Phylloceras specimen exhibits the key traits of the genus:
- Strongly involute, smooth shell with subtle, fine growth lines
- Globular to slightly compressed whorls with continuous outer curvature
- No ribs or nodes, unlike many Jurassic or Cretaceous ammonites
- Intricate suture lines visible on polished or naturally weathered sections
- Fossilised in iron-rich limestone or marl, typical of Moroccan preservation, displaying earthy hues of beige, grey, or brown
Notable: Phylloceras is considered one of the most primitive and long-lived ammonite genera, known from the Triassic through the Cretaceous. Its smooth shell and complex sutures are diagnostic and make it both scientifically significant and aesthetically desirable.
Specimen Details:
- Origin: Morocco (likely Atlas Basin or nearby marine units)
- Genus: Phylloceras
- Fossil Type: Ammonite Shell (Invertebrate)
- Geological Stage: Aptian, Early Cretaceous
- Size Reference: Scale rule square = 1cm (please refer to photos for exact sizing)
- Note: You will receive the exact fossil specimen shown in the photos
Authenticity & Quality: We hand-select every fossil based on authenticity, preservation, and visual appeal. This specimen comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is guaranteed to be 100% genuine — with no reconstructions or artificial enhancements.
Why Choose This Fossil? This Phylloceras ammonite is ideal for:
- Fossil collectors seeking rare Cretaceous ammonites
- Educational or teaching collections
- Natural history and marine evolution enthusiasts
- Unique and natural decor or gift idea
Shipping & Packaging: Carefully packed using eco-conscious materials. We offer fast, secure shipping with tracking to ensure your fossil arrives safely.
Add a timeless marine relic to your collection with this elegant Phylloceras fossil ammonite from the Cretaceous seas of Morocco.
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