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Thalassinoides Trace Fossil Burrows, Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (Derived) - Pleistocene Clay with Flints, Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK - COA
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Thalassinoides Trace Fossil Burrows, Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (Derived) – Pleistocene Clay with Flints, Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK – COA

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Thalassinoides Trace Fossil Burrows – Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (Derived) – Found in Pleistocene Clay with Flints, Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK

100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity

We are pleased to offer this remarkable Thalassinoides trace fossil burrow, derived from the Upper Chalk of the Cretaceous Period, found within Pleistocene clay with flints in Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK. Trace fossils such as these are formed by the activity of ancient organisms, with Thalassinoides being a genus of burrowing organisms, typically crustaceans, that left behind distinctive, branching burrow structures.

Geological and Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Thalassinoides trace fossil burrows
  • Species: Thalassinoides (trace fossil genus)
  • Morphology Features: These fossilized burrows exhibit the branching, tunnel-like structures characteristic of Thalassinoides burrows. The preservation of these trace fossils offers valuable insights into the behavior of ancient organisms, particularly burrowing crustaceans.
  • Geological Stage: Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (~100 to 66 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The burrows were originally formed in shallow marine environments, typical of the Upper Chalk deposits of the Cretaceous. The fossils were later preserved in Pleistocene clay with flints, which is a derived fossil.
  • Biozone: The trace fossils belong to the Upper Chalk biozone, which represents marine environments in the Cretaceous period.
  • Family: Thalassinoides (genus of trace fossils, not formally classified into family)
  • Super Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Order: Trace fossils (ichnology)
  • Formally Identified By: The fossil has been identified by professional paleontologists based on its characteristic branching structure and the region of discovery in Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK.

Size and Visuals:

The fossil measures approximately as shown in the accompanying photo. A scale rule (1cm squares) is included for accurate size reference. The photo shows the actual specimen you will receive, carefully selected to highlight its unique features and exceptional preservation.

Authenticity and Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring the legitimacy of the fossil and its provenance. This Thalassinoides trace fossil is a rare and intriguing specimen that offers an excellent example of ancient organism activity, making it a valuable addition to any fossil collection.

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Thalassinoides Trace Fossil Burrows – Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (Derived) – Found in Pleistocene Clay with Flints, Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK

100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity

We are pleased to offer this remarkable Thalassinoides trace fossil burrow, derived from the Upper Chalk of the Cretaceous Period, found within Pleistocene clay with flints in Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK. Trace fossils such as these are formed by the activity of ancient organisms, with Thalassinoides being a genus of burrowing organisms, typically crustaceans, that left behind distinctive, branching burrow structures.

Geological and Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Thalassinoides trace fossil burrows
  • Species: Thalassinoides (trace fossil genus)
  • Morphology Features: These fossilized burrows exhibit the branching, tunnel-like structures characteristic of Thalassinoides burrows. The preservation of these trace fossils offers valuable insights into the behavior of ancient organisms, particularly burrowing crustaceans.
  • Geological Stage: Upper Chalk, Cretaceous (~100 to 66 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The burrows were originally formed in shallow marine environments, typical of the Upper Chalk deposits of the Cretaceous. The fossils were later preserved in Pleistocene clay with flints, which is a derived fossil.
  • Biozone: The trace fossils belong to the Upper Chalk biozone, which represents marine environments in the Cretaceous period.
  • Family: Thalassinoides (genus of trace fossils, not formally classified into family)
  • Super Family: Not applicable (trace fossils)
  • Order: Trace fossils (ichnology)
  • Formally Identified By: The fossil has been identified by professional paleontologists based on its characteristic branching structure and the region of discovery in Pishill, South Oxfordshire, UK.

Size and Visuals:

The fossil measures approximately as shown in the accompanying photo. A scale rule (1cm squares) is included for accurate size reference. The photo shows the actual specimen you will receive, carefully selected to highlight its unique features and exceptional preservation.

Authenticity and Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring the legitimacy of the fossil and its provenance. This Thalassinoides trace fossil is a rare and intriguing specimen that offers an excellent example of ancient organism activity, making it a valuable addition to any fossil collection.

Additional information

Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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