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RARE Fossil Ammonite – Ochetoceras canaliculatum – Middle Oxfordian, Jurassic – Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France – Authentic Specimen
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RARE Fossil Ammonite – Ochetoceras canaliculatum – Middle Oxfordian, Jurassic – Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France – Authentic Specimen

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RARE: Ochetoceras canaliculatum Fossil Ammonite

Middle Oxfordian, Jurassic

Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France

This exceptional and rare ammonite specimen represents the species Ochetoceras canaliculatum, a classic member of the Middle Oxfordian stage of the Upper Jurassic period. It was discovered in the well-known marine Jurassic strata near Le Vanneau, in the Deux-Sèvres region of western France — an area historically rich in fossil finds.

Ochetoceras is characterised by its distinctive deeply incised canaliculate (grooved) venter, narrow whorls, and fine ribbing. These features are easily seen in this well-preserved specimen, making it both scientifically and aesthetically significant. The genus belongs to the family Oppeliidae, within the superfamily Haplocerataceae, and the order Ammonitida.

This species thrived in open marine shelf environments, where fine carbonate sediments allowed for excellent fossilisation. The Oxfordian stage marks a time of active ammonite diversification, and Ochetoceras canaliculatum is often used for biostratigraphic correlation in European Jurassic sequences.

Geological & Taxonomic Details:

  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine mollusc)
  • Species: Ochetoceras canaliculatum
  • Geological Stage: Middle Oxfordian
  • Period: Jurassic (~163 – 157 million years ago)
  • Location: Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Superfamily: Haplocerataceae
  • Family: Oppeliidae
  • Depositional Environment: Open marine shelf, likely fine marl/limestone

Notable Morphological Features:

  • Deep canaliculate venter (a hallmark of the genus)
  • Compressed, evolute shell with finely ribbed whorls
  • Excellent detail and preservation

Presentation & Authenticity:

  • All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
  • The photo shows the actual specimen you will receive.
  • Scale cube = 1cm: please refer to photos for full sizing and detail.

This is a carefully selected fossil, ideal for collectors, educators, or anyone passionate about Earth’s deep history.

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RARE: Ochetoceras canaliculatum Fossil Ammonite

Middle Oxfordian, Jurassic

Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France

This exceptional and rare ammonite specimen represents the species Ochetoceras canaliculatum, a classic member of the Middle Oxfordian stage of the Upper Jurassic period. It was discovered in the well-known marine Jurassic strata near Le Vanneau, in the Deux-Sèvres region of western France — an area historically rich in fossil finds.

Ochetoceras is characterised by its distinctive deeply incised canaliculate (grooved) venter, narrow whorls, and fine ribbing. These features are easily seen in this well-preserved specimen, making it both scientifically and aesthetically significant. The genus belongs to the family Oppeliidae, within the superfamily Haplocerataceae, and the order Ammonitida.

This species thrived in open marine shelf environments, where fine carbonate sediments allowed for excellent fossilisation. The Oxfordian stage marks a time of active ammonite diversification, and Ochetoceras canaliculatum is often used for biostratigraphic correlation in European Jurassic sequences.

Geological & Taxonomic Details:

  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine mollusc)
  • Species: Ochetoceras canaliculatum
  • Geological Stage: Middle Oxfordian
  • Period: Jurassic (~163 – 157 million years ago)
  • Location: Le Vanneau, Deux-Sèvres, France
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Superfamily: Haplocerataceae
  • Family: Oppeliidae
  • Depositional Environment: Open marine shelf, likely fine marl/limestone

Notable Morphological Features:

  • Deep canaliculate venter (a hallmark of the genus)
  • Compressed, evolute shell with finely ribbed whorls
  • Excellent detail and preservation

Presentation & Authenticity:

  • All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
  • The photo shows the actual specimen you will receive.
  • Scale cube = 1cm: please refer to photos for full sizing and detail.

This is a carefully selected fossil, ideal for collectors, educators, or anyone passionate about Earth’s deep history.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

France

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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