1.6" Coltraenia Oufatenensis Trilobite Fossil Devonian Morocco 400 Mil Yrs Old COA
Location: Lghaft, Morocco
Weight: 3.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.3 Inches Long, 1.8 Inches Wide, 1.2 Inches Thick (Matrix)
Trilobite Dimensions: 1.6 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide, 0.5 Inches Thick
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Coltraenia Oufatenensis
Trilobites are an extinct group of marine arthropods classified under the class Trilobita, and they represent some of the earliest complex animals on Earth. They first appeared around 521 million years ago during the Atdabanian stage of the Early Cambrian period. These hard-shelled, segmented creatures thrived in the ancient Paleozoic oceans, long before dinosaurs existed, and are considered key indicators of early marine ecosystems.
Key Features of Trilobites:
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Exoskeleton: The First animals to possess a hard skeleton, allowing them to be easily fossilized
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Three-lobed body:
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Axial lobe: Central lobe running down the middle
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Pleural lobes: Two symmetrical lobes on either side of the axial lobe
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Body sections:
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Cephalon (head): Eyes, mouthparts, and sensory organs such as antennae
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Thorax (middle): 2–61 flexible, overlapping segments for movement
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Pygidium (tail): Fused segments forming the tail section
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Habitat: Oceans of the Early Cambrian to late Paleozoic Era
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Importance: Among the first complex life forms, crucial for understanding Paleozoic marine ecosystems
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Fossil significance: Provides insights into Cambrian marine life, arthropod evolution, and prehistoric biodiversity
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, natural cracks are commonly visible on the surface. These are part of the natural beauty of the fossil and are not considered defects.
