1.9" Detailed Fossil Unknown Plant Green River FM Uintah County UT Eocene Age
Location: Uintah County, Utah
Weight: 3.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 3.8 Inches Long, 3.4 Inches Wide, 0.9 Inches Thick (Plate)
Insect Dimensions: 1.9 Inches Long, 1.7 Inches Wide
The item pictured is the one you will receive.
This is a genuine fossil.
50 million years old, Eocene age
Unknown Plant Fossil
Unknown Plant Fossil – Eocene Flora from Fossil Lake, Green River Formation
This intriguing Unknown Plant Fossil dates to the Eocene epoch, approximately 50 million years ago, and originates from the famous Fossil Lake deposits of the Green River Formation in southwestern Wyoming. Fossil Lake once covered nearly 930 square miles, and its unique geochemical conditions prevented decay and scavenging, allowing finely laminated limestone layers to preserve delicate plant material in exceptional detail.
Although the exact botanical identity of this specimen remains undetermined, it represents the rich and diverse subtropical vegetation that flourished along the shores of Fossil Lake. The Green River Formation preserves the world’s most complete Paleogene freshwater lake ecosystem, including abundant fossil fish, insects, crustaceans, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, and an extraordinary range of plant life. More than 325 species of fossil leaves, seeds, and flowers have been documented from these deposits, making them essential to the study of Eocene paleobotany and paleoecology.
Ideal for fossil collectors, researchers, educators, and museums, this Unknown Plant Fossil offers both scientific interest and visual appeal. It provides a tangible connection to the lush Eocene landscapes of North America and highlights the ongoing discoveries still emerging from the Green River Formation, making it a compelling addition to any collection or educational display.
