Rare thalassina lobster (mangrove mud lobster) fossil – miocene, northern territory, australia

Description

This listing features an exceptional fossilized Thalassina (Mangrove Mud Lobster) from the Miocene epoch (~23–5 million years ago), discovered in the Northern Territory, Australia. This fossil represents a species of crustacean that played a vital role in ancient estuarine and mangrove ecosystems.

Fossil Information:

• Species: Thalassina (Mangrove Mud Lobster)
• Fossil Type: Lobster Fossil
• Geological Period: Miocene (~23–5 million years ago)
• Formation/Location: Northern Territory, Australia
• Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
• Preservation: Exceptional detail, with well-preserved anatomical features

Key Features:

✔ Authentic Miocene fossil from Australia

✔ Rarely available Thalassina specimen

✔ Distinct fossilized crustacean with well-preserved features

Authenticity & Certification:

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

Scientific & Historical Significance:

Thalassina, commonly known as the Mangrove Mud Lobster, is an extant genus of crustaceans still found today in mangrove environments across Asia and Australia. Their fossilized remains provide key insights into Miocene coastal ecosystems, where they thrived in shallow marine and estuarine habitats. Their burrowing behavior significantly influenced sediment structures, shaping ancient and modern mangrove environments.

Why Buy From Us?

This fossil originates from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We specialize in carefully curated, high-quality fossils for collectors, researchers, and educational displays.

Own a fascinating piece of Miocene marine history today!