Sphaerotiaris sp Regular Echinoid Fossil Bajocian Jurassic Morocco Genuine Specimen

Description

This listing features a genuine and beautifully preserved Sphaerotiaris sp fossil, an excellent example of a regular echinoid (sea urchin) from the Bajocian Stage of the Middle Jurassic Period (approximately 170 to 168 million years ago). This fossil comes from marine deposits in Morocco, a renowned region for well-preserved Jurassic invertebrate fossils.

Geology & Origin:

During the Bajocian, Morocco was part of a warm, shallow sea teeming with marine life. Regular echinoids like Sphaerotiaris lived on the seafloor, using their spines for defense and movement. Upon death, their tests (shells) were rapidly buried under sediment, where mineralisation preserved them in striking detail. Today, the fossil beds of Morocco yield some of the finest echinoid specimens from this time period.

Fossil Type & Species:

• Type: Fossil Echinoid (Regular Sea Urchin)
• Genus: Sphaerotiaris
• Preservation: Excellent, showcasing fine detail of the test and tubercles

Features:

• 100% genuine, natural fossil specimen
• Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
• Hand-selected for preservation quality and scientific interest
• The exact specimen shown in the photos is the one you will receive
• Scale cube = 1cm: See photo for full sizing and proportions

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Perfect for collectors, educational use, or as a captivating display of ancient marine life.