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Rare Bioturbated Microbial Mat Fossil, Eurypterid Site, Upper Ordovician, Richmond Group, Marinette Co, WI

Rare Bioturbated Microbial Mat Fossil, Eurypterid Site, Upper Ordovician, Richmond Group, Marinette Co, WI

£132.00

Rare Bioturbated Microbial Mat Fossil – Eurypterid Site, Upper Ordovician, Richmond Group, Marinette County, Wisconsin

This unique bioturbated microbial mat fossil offers a fascinating glimpse into an ancient hypersaline lagoonal environment from the Upper Ordovician period, approximately 450 million years ago. Discovered in the Richmond Group formations of Marinette County, Wisconsin, this specimen originates from an area renowned for its association with eurypterid fossils, often referred to as “sea scorpions.”

The term “bioturbated” refers to the natural disruption of sediment by ancient organisms, indicating the presence of a thriving ecosystem in this microbial lagoonal mat, formed in hypersaline conditions. These microbial mats played a critical role in Earth’s early ecosystems, forming the foundation for complex marine life and preserving intricate details of ancient life forms.

Features:

  • Fossil Type: Bioturbated microbial mat from a hypersaline, lagoonal environment
  • Geological Period: Upper Ordovician (~450 million years ago)
  • Formation: Richmond Group
  • Location: Marinette County, Wisconsin, USA
  • Association: Eurypterid site, suggesting potential proximity to other marine fossil species
  • Condition: Excellent preservation of surface textures and bioturbation details.
  • Size: Refer to the scale cube in the photo for precise dimensions.

This carefully selected specimen provides a rare opportunity to study and appreciate the delicate structures and environmental conditions of Earth’s early ecosystems. Its connection to eurypterid-bearing formations enhances its significance for fossil collectors and enthusiasts.

Why Buy From Us?

  • 100% Genuine Specimens: All fossils are hand-selected and guaranteed authentic.
  • Certificate of Authenticity Included: Your purchase includes a certificate verifying the fossil’s origin and authenticity.
  • Exact Specimen Shown: The fossil displayed in the photos is the exact piece you will receive.

About the Richmond Group and Eurypterid Site:

The Richmond Group, a geological formation from the Upper Ordovician period, is known for its fossil-rich deposits, particularly in lagoonal and marine environments. Fossils from this formation provide valuable insights into the ecosystems of the Paleozoic Era. The specific site in Marinette County, Wisconsin, is of particular interest due to its association with eurypterid fossils, highlighting the diversity of ancient marine life in hypersaline conditions.

This bioturbated microbial mat fossil from the Upper Ordovician period is a rare and scientifically significant piece of natural history. Its excellent preservation, geological context, and connection to a known eurypterid site make it a highly collectible specimen for both enthusiasts and researchers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a unique and authentic piece of Earth’s ancient history. Add this rare fossil to your collection today!

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Rare Bioturbated Microbial Mat Fossil – Eurypterid Site, Upper Ordovician, Richmond Group, Marinette County, Wisconsin

This unique bioturbated microbial mat fossil offers a fascinating glimpse into an ancient hypersaline lagoonal environment from the Upper Ordovician period, approximately 450 million years ago. Discovered in the Richmond Group formations of Marinette County, Wisconsin, this specimen originates from an area renowned for its association with eurypterid fossils, often referred to as “sea scorpions.”

The term “bioturbated” refers to the natural disruption of sediment by ancient organisms, indicating the presence of a thriving ecosystem in this microbial lagoonal mat, formed in hypersaline conditions. These microbial mats played a critical role in Earth’s early ecosystems, forming the foundation for complex marine life and preserving intricate details of ancient life forms.

Features:

  • Fossil Type: Bioturbated microbial mat from a hypersaline, lagoonal environment
  • Geological Period: Upper Ordovician (~450 million years ago)
  • Formation: Richmond Group
  • Location: Marinette County, Wisconsin, USA
  • Association: Eurypterid site, suggesting potential proximity to other marine fossil species
  • Condition: Excellent preservation of surface textures and bioturbation details.
  • Size: Refer to the scale cube in the photo for precise dimensions.

This carefully selected specimen provides a rare opportunity to study and appreciate the delicate structures and environmental conditions of Earth’s early ecosystems. Its connection to eurypterid-bearing formations enhances its significance for fossil collectors and enthusiasts.

Why Buy From Us?

  • 100% Genuine Specimens: All fossils are hand-selected and guaranteed authentic.
  • Certificate of Authenticity Included: Your purchase includes a certificate verifying the fossil’s origin and authenticity.
  • Exact Specimen Shown: The fossil displayed in the photos is the exact piece you will receive.

About the Richmond Group and Eurypterid Site:

The Richmond Group, a geological formation from the Upper Ordovician period, is known for its fossil-rich deposits, particularly in lagoonal and marine environments. Fossils from this formation provide valuable insights into the ecosystems of the Paleozoic Era. The specific site in Marinette County, Wisconsin, is of particular interest due to its association with eurypterid fossils, highlighting the diversity of ancient marine life in hypersaline conditions.

This bioturbated microbial mat fossil from the Upper Ordovician period is a rare and scientifically significant piece of natural history. Its excellent preservation, geological context, and connection to a known eurypterid site make it a highly collectible specimen for both enthusiasts and researchers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a unique and authentic piece of Earth’s ancient history. Add this rare fossil to your collection today!

Additional information

Weight 10 g
Era

Ordovician
Origin

USA

Ordovician Information

The Ordovician Period (485–443 million years ago) was a time of marine expansion and biodiversity growth, following the Cambrian Explosion. Warm, shallow seas covered much of the continents, supporting trilobites, brachiopods, corals, and the first true reefs. Jawless fish (early vertebrates) diversified, and the first sea scorpions (eurypterids) became dominant predators. On land, the first primitive plants (moss-like bryophytes) began colonizing damp environments. The climate was initially warm, but by the late Ordovician, a major ice age caused a drastic drop in sea levels, triggering the Ordovician-Silurian mass extinction, which wiped out nearly 85% of marine species. Despite this, the period laid the foundation for the rise of more complex ecosystems in the Silurian.

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