2.2" Potaman Sp Fossil Freshwater Crab In Travertine Denizli Basin Southwest Turkey

Location: Denizli Basin, Southwest Turkey

Weight: 1 Pound 11.3 Ounces

Dimensions: 4.5 Inches Long, 3.5 Inches Wide, 2 Inches Thick (Matrix)

Crab Dimensions: 2.2 Inches Long, 1.2 Inches Wide, 0.5 Inches Thick

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Pleistocene Age, 400,000 Years old.

Potamon Sp. – Exceptionally Preserved Fossil Freshwater Crab from Turkey

This remarkable Potamon Sp., the fossil freshwater crab, is notable for its stunning 3D preservation, offering a rare glimpse into the morphology of ancient freshwater crabs. The fossil is embedded in a white travertine matrix and coated with a delicate film of calcium carbonate, highlighting its intricate features in vivid detail.

The travertine itself is a form of limestone formed in mineral springs over the past 400,000 years in the Denizli Basin, located in Southwest Turkey. This unique geological context has allowed for exceptional preservation of delicate structures, making this fossil a standout specimen for both scientific study and display.

The fossil was discovered during the quarrying of travertine for construction, providing a rare opportunity to recover a well-preserved freshwater crab from the region. Fossils like this are invaluable for paleontologists, collectors, and educators, as they shed light on the evolution, ecology, and diversity of freshwater crabs in prehistoric habitats.