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Psilonichnus Trace Fossil Shrimp Burrows, Red Crag, Pliocene - Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK - Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

Psilonichnus Trace Fossil Shrimp Burrows, Red Crag, Pliocene – Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK – Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

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Psilonichnus Trace Fossil Shrimp Burrows – Red Crag, Pliocene – Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK

100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity

We are pleased to offer this remarkable Psilonichnus trace fossil shrimp burrow, found in the Red Crag Formation at Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK. This fascinating specimen dates from the Pliocene Epoch (~5.3 to 2.6 million years ago), a period of significant marine life diversity. Psilonichnus is a trace fossil believed to be produced by ancient shrimp or similar burrowing organisms, leaving behind distinctive burrow patterns in the sediment.

Geological and Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Psilonichnus trace fossil shrimp burrows
  • Species: Psilonichnus (trace fossil genus)
  • Morphology Features: The Psilonichnus burrows exhibit linear and branching structures, characteristic of shrimp or similar marine organisms that burrowed into the sediment. The fine details of these burrows have been well-preserved, offering an excellent example of ancient marine life behavior.
  • Geological Stage: Pliocene (~5.3 to 2.6 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The Psilonichnus burrows were formed in a shallow marine environment, indicative of burrowing shrimp activity in soft, fine-grained sediments. The Red Crag Formation was deposited in similar conditions, preserving numerous marine fossils and trace fossils from the Pliocene.
  • Biozone: The specimen belongs to the Red Crag biozone, representing shallow marine deposits during the Pliocene period.
  • Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Super Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Order: Trace Fossils (Ichnology)
  • Formally Identified By: This fossil has been formally identified by paleontologists based on its distinctive burrow morphology and the geological context of its discovery in Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK.

Size and Visuals:

The fossil measures approximately as shown in the attached photo. Please refer to the scale rule (1cm squares) for accurate size reference. The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive, carefully chosen to highlight its exceptional preservation and intricate details.

Authenticity and Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring the provenance and authenticity of the fossil. This Psilonichnus shrimp burrow is a rare and unique piece from the Red Crag Formation, providing a valuable insight into Pliocene marine life and the burrowing activities of ancient shrimp-like organisms.

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Psilonichnus Trace Fossil Shrimp Burrows – Red Crag, Pliocene – Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK

100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity

We are pleased to offer this remarkable Psilonichnus trace fossil shrimp burrow, found in the Red Crag Formation at Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK. This fascinating specimen dates from the Pliocene Epoch (~5.3 to 2.6 million years ago), a period of significant marine life diversity. Psilonichnus is a trace fossil believed to be produced by ancient shrimp or similar burrowing organisms, leaving behind distinctive burrow patterns in the sediment.

Geological and Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Psilonichnus trace fossil shrimp burrows
  • Species: Psilonichnus (trace fossil genus)
  • Morphology Features: The Psilonichnus burrows exhibit linear and branching structures, characteristic of shrimp or similar marine organisms that burrowed into the sediment. The fine details of these burrows have been well-preserved, offering an excellent example of ancient marine life behavior.
  • Geological Stage: Pliocene (~5.3 to 2.6 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The Psilonichnus burrows were formed in a shallow marine environment, indicative of burrowing shrimp activity in soft, fine-grained sediments. The Red Crag Formation was deposited in similar conditions, preserving numerous marine fossils and trace fossils from the Pliocene.
  • Biozone: The specimen belongs to the Red Crag biozone, representing shallow marine deposits during the Pliocene period.
  • Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Super Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Order: Trace Fossils (Ichnology)
  • Formally Identified By: This fossil has been formally identified by paleontologists based on its distinctive burrow morphology and the geological context of its discovery in Capel Green, Butley, Suffolk, UK.

Size and Visuals:

The fossil measures approximately as shown in the attached photo. Please refer to the scale rule (1cm squares) for accurate size reference. The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive, carefully chosen to highlight its exceptional preservation and intricate details.

Authenticity and Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring the provenance and authenticity of the fossil. This Psilonichnus shrimp burrow is a rare and unique piece from the Red Crag Formation, providing a valuable insight into Pliocene marine life and the burrowing activities of ancient shrimp-like organisms.

Additional information

Era

Pliocene
Origin

United Kingdom

Pliocene Information

The Pliocene Epoch (5.3–2.58 million years ago) was a time of cooling climates, marking the transition to the Ice Ages of the Pleistocene. Grasslands and savannas expanded as forests shrank, driving the evolution of large grazing mammals like early horses, antelope, and elephants. The first modern mammals and birds became widespread, and early hominins, including Australopithecus, began walking upright in Africa. In the oceans, whales and seals thrived, while the Isthmus of Panama formed, connecting North and South America and altering ocean currents, which contributed to further global cooling. The Pliocene set the stage for both the Ice Ages and the eventual rise of modern humans.

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