4.1" Huge Rolled Drotops Trilobite Fossil Devonian Age Morocco Arthropod COA
Location: Lghaft, Morocco
Weight: 9.1 Ounces
Trilobite Dimensions: 4.1 Inches Long, 2.7 Inches Wide, 0.9 Inches Thick (Head To Tail)
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Drotops Trilobite
Trilobites are an extinct group of marine arthropods in the class Trilobita, recognized as some of the earliest complex life forms on Earth. They first appeared around 521 million years ago during the Early Cambrian period, at the start of the Atdabanian stage, and thrived in the ancient seas of the Paleozoic Era, long before dinosaurs existed.
These remarkable creatures were the first animals to develop a hard exoskeleton, which allowed their bodies to be preserved as fossils for millions of years. Their shells were divided lengthwise into three lobes—a central axial lobe and two pleural lobes—giving them their name, “trilobite,” meaning “three-lobed.” This unique design made trilobites easily recognizable and highly important for scientific study.
The trilobite body is divided into three main sections:
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Cephalon (head): Containing eyes, mouthparts, and sensory organs such as antennae.
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Thorax (middle): Composed of 2 to 61 articulated segments, allowing for flexibility and movement.
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Pygidium (tail): Formed by fused segments, completing the rear section of the body.
Today, trilobite fossils are treasured by paleontologists, museums, and fossil collectors. They provide valuable insight into Cambrian marine life, prehistoric arthropod evolution, and the incredible biodiversity of the Paleozoic oceans, making trilobites one of the most iconic extinct marine animals in history.
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 visible on the surface. These are part of the natural beauty of the fossil and are not considered defects.
