Description
Lepidotes Fish Scale Fossil
This fossil specimen is identified as a Lepidotes fish scale fossil from the Oxford Clay, with a Callovian age within the Jurassic. It is associated with Kings Dyke, Whittlesey, Peterborough, making it an appealing addition to collections focused on fossil fish, Jurassic palaeontology and the fossiliferous deposits of the Oxford Clay.
Geological Context
The Oxford Clay is a well-known Jurassic rock unit noted for preserving a diverse range of fossils. Its Callovian age places this material within the Middle Jurassic, a period when marine environments supported a rich variety of fish, reptiles, ammonites and other organisms. Fossil scales are especially interesting because they represent the durable protective covering of ancient fish and can retain distinctive surface texture and structure after burial and preservation.
Lepidotes Fish Fossil
Lepidotes is recognised in the fossil record as an extinct fish genus associated with distinctive robust scales. Fish scale fossils are valued by collectors for their direct connection to ancient aquatic life and for the insight they provide into the anatomy and diversity of Jurassic fish. This specimen is identified specifically as a Lepidotes scale fossil, rather than being offered as an unidentified fish scale, giving it strong appeal for collectors interested in taxonomic and geological labels.
Locality Association
The stated locality is Kings Dyke, Whittlesey, Peterborough. This locality information adds useful geological context for display and cataloguing, particularly for collectors building themed groups of Oxford Clay fossils or Jurassic material. The combination of Lepidotes identification, Oxford Clay association and Callovian Jurassic age provides several meaningful cataloguing details for a personal fossil collection, study display or educational setting.
For Collectors and Display
A Lepidotes fish scale fossil can be displayed alongside other Jurassic fossils to illustrate the variety of life preserved in ancient deposits. It may also suit a collection centred on fossil fish, marine palaeontology, Oxford Clay material or Callovian specimens. The fossil identification and locality association make it suitable for a labelled cabinet display, teaching collection or geological presentation.
Certificate and Photograph Information
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.
Full sizing is shown in the photographs.
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