1.4" Scabriscutellum Trilobite Fossil Devonian Morocco 400 Million Years Old COA

Location: Lghaft, Morocco

Weight: 4.6 Ounces 

Dimensions: 2.8 Inches Long, 2.5 Inches Wide, 1 Inch Thick (Matrix)

Trilobite Dimensions: 1.4 Inches Long, 1.1Inches Wide, 0.3 Inches Thick

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Scabriscutellum Trilobite

Trilobites are an extinct group of marine arthropods belonging to the class Trilobita and represent one of the earliest branches of arthropod evolution. Their first appearance in the fossil record dates back to approximately 521 million years ago, marking the beginning of the Atdabanian stage of the Early Cambrian period. These ancient animals inhabited Earth’s primordial oceans and are regarded as some of the earliest complex life forms ever to exist. Trilobites are hallmark fossils of the Paleozoic Era and disappeared millions of years before dinosaurs evolved.

One of the defining traits of trilobites was their hard exoskeleton, making them the first animals known to possess a true skeleton. This feature greatly increased their chances of fossilization, resulting in an extensive and diverse fossil record. Their bodies are divided lengthwise into three distinct lobes, which inspired the name “trilobite,” meaning three-lobed.

Anatomical Characteristics:

• Exoskeleton: Rigid, mineralized shell ideal for fossil preservation

• Three-lobed body plan:

  • Axial lobe: Central ridge running along the body

  • Pleural lobes: Symmetrical lobes on each side of the axis

• Three main body regions:

  1. Cephalon (head): Equipped with compound eyes, mouthparts, and sensory organs such as antennae

  2. Thorax: A flexible midsection made up of 2 to 61 articulated segments

  3. Pygidium (tail): Rear section with fused segments for protection and support

• Habitat: Shallow to deep marine environments of the ancient Paleozoic seas

• Scientific importance: Essential for studying early animal evolution, Cambrian biodiversity, and ancient marine ecosystems

Please be aware of the nature of fossils:

Being buried under the ground for millions of years under tons of pressure tends to be rough. No fossil comes out of the ground whole and perfect. Most fossils have undergone some restoration, while others are altered by man simply to enhance their presentation in different ways. The workers in Morocco do a very professional job of unearthing and preserving these natural treasures; however, commonly, natural cracks are visible on the surface. These are part of the natural beauty of the fossil and are not considered defects.