Baby Trilobite

Size: 6x2.5x4 cms

Weight: 84 grams

Location: North America

Product Description:

 A fossilized remains of a juvenile Trilobite, an ancient arthropod, showcasing its tiny size and developing features, from the Cambrian or Ordovician period.

Geological Information:

- Location: North America (notably in the United States and Canada)
- Type: Trilobite (a type of extinct arthropod)
- Age: Cambrian or Ordovician period, approximately 520-440 million years old
- Formation: Marine deposits, specifically in the Burgess Shale or similar formations
- Fossilization Process: Rapid burial and compression in a marine environment, preserving the Trilobite's exoskeleton and appendages
- Hardness: Varies, depending on the surrounding rock (typically shale or limestone)
- Distinctive Features: Tiny size, developing cephalon, thorax, and pygidium, showcasing the Trilobite's early growth stages.

This description highlights the scientific significance and geological context of the Baby Trilobite Fossil, showcasing its importance as a fossil specimen from the Cambrian or Ordovician period. North America is renowned for its exceptional Trilobite fossil preservation, providing valuable insights into ancient marine life.

Note: Baby Trilobites, also known as "trilobite larvae" or "juvenile trilobites," offer a unique glimpse into the early development of these ancient arthropods. Their small size and delicate features make them a prized find among fossil collectors and researchers.