Fossils for Sale - High-quality BRITISH and WORLDWIDE Fossils. An impressive selection of fossils, including Ammonites, Trilobites, Belemnites, Fossil Fish, Fossil Shark Teeth, Fossilised Insects in Amber, Dinosaurs, and Reptiles. UK Fossils was formed in 1988 and collects and preps our own fossils in the heart of the Jurassic Coast, collecting fossils from Lyme Regis, Charmouth and Somerset. Our passion for fossils is reflected in our carefully curated collection, which includes some of the rarest and most unique specimens available.

FREE UK DELIVERY - Save up to 60%

Rare: litopenaeus fossil shrimp, isalo ii formation, lower triassic, ambilobe, madagascar

Rare: litopenaeus fossil shrimp, isalo ii formation, lower triassic, ambilobe, madagascar

£48.00

This listing features a RARE and well-preserved fossil shrimp, Litopenaeus sp., from the Lower Triassic (~250 million years old), discovered in the Isalo II Formation of Ambilobe, Madagascar. This fossil represents one of the earliest known shrimp species, preserved in fine sediment, showcasing exceptional detail in its exoskeleton and appendages.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Litopenaeus sp. (Extinct Shrimp)
  • Geological Period: Lower Triassic (~250 million years ago)
  • Formation: Isalo II Formation
  • Location: Ambilobe, Madagascar
  • Size: Refer to scale in photos for exact dimensions
  • Preservation: Excellent – clear exoskeleton, appendages, and segmentation visible

Key Features:

✔ Rare fossil shrimp from the Triassic period

✔ Exceptional preservation – fine details of body structure intact

✔ A significant specimen from the Isalo II Formation, Madagascar

✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

Fossil shrimp like Litopenaeus provide a valuable insight into early marine arthropods that thrived in the Triassic oceans, following the mass extinction at the end of the Permian. This period marked the rise of many modern crustacean lineages, making this specimen an important piece for paleontological study.

Shrimp fossils are relatively rare, as their delicate exoskeletons do not fossilize easily. This beautifully preserved specimen captures fine details of the antennae, legs, and segmented body, making it an excellent addition to any fossil collection, museum, or display piece for collectors of prehistoric marine life.

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This fossil originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious fossil collections in the world. We specialize in museum-quality fossils, carefully sourced to ensure authenticity, rarity, and scientific value.

A rare opportunity to own a well-preserved fossil shrimp from the Triassic era. Don’t miss out on this remarkable specimen!

(Actual as seen)

Out of stock

SKU: AF0458 Category:

Description

This listing features a RARE and well-preserved fossil shrimp, Litopenaeus sp., from the Lower Triassic (~250 million years old), discovered in the Isalo II Formation of Ambilobe, Madagascar. This fossil represents one of the earliest known shrimp species, preserved in fine sediment, showcasing exceptional detail in its exoskeleton and appendages.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Litopenaeus sp. (Extinct Shrimp)
  • Geological Period: Lower Triassic (~250 million years ago)
  • Formation: Isalo II Formation
  • Location: Ambilobe, Madagascar
  • Size: Refer to scale in photos for exact dimensions
  • Preservation: Excellent – clear exoskeleton, appendages, and segmentation visible

Key Features:

✔ Rare fossil shrimp from the Triassic period

✔ Exceptional preservation – fine details of body structure intact

✔ A significant specimen from the Isalo II Formation, Madagascar

✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

Fossil shrimp like Litopenaeus provide a valuable insight into early marine arthropods that thrived in the Triassic oceans, following the mass extinction at the end of the Permian. This period marked the rise of many modern crustacean lineages, making this specimen an important piece for paleontological study.

Shrimp fossils are relatively rare, as their delicate exoskeletons do not fossilize easily. This beautifully preserved specimen captures fine details of the antennae, legs, and segmented body, making it an excellent addition to any fossil collection, museum, or display piece for collectors of prehistoric marine life.

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This fossil originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious fossil collections in the world. We specialize in museum-quality fossils, carefully sourced to ensure authenticity, rarity, and scientific value.

A rare opportunity to own a well-preserved fossil shrimp from the Triassic era. Don’t miss out on this remarkable specimen!

Additional information

Era

Triassic
Origin

Madagascar

Triassic Information

The Triassic Period (252–201 million years ago) marked the beginning of the Mesozoic Era, following the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, the most severe extinction event in Earth's history. The climate was hot and dry, with vast deserts and little polar ice. Life slowly recovered, leading to the rise of the first dinosaurs, pterosaurs (flying reptiles), and early mammals. Reptiles, including large archosaurs (ancestors of crocodiles and dinosaurs), dominated both land and sea. In the oceans, ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs thrived alongside ammonites and early coral reefs. The first true conifers and ginkgo trees spread across the land. The period ended with another mass extinction, paving the way for the Jurassic and the golden age of dinosaurs.

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.

Related products