Lobopyge
sp.
Trilobites
Order Lichida, Family Lichidae
Geological
Time: Lower Devonian
Size (25.4
mm = 1 inch): Trilobite is 35 mm long by 22 mm wide on a 75 by 60
mm matrix
Fossil Site:
Laatchana, Alnif, Morocco
Code: 06040
Price: Sold
Description:
This is a fine example of a trilobite from the Lower Devonian Laatchana
deposits near Alnif, Morocco. The taxon is a member of the Order
Lichida, Family Lichidae, and is infrequently available. This one
is far larger than most (see comparison photo to the left for a “normal” sized
example). It is well-positioned on its limestone matrix base, with
the genal and pleural spines well-displayed against the light-colored
matrix. It has a recently-assigned “cousin” in the
Devonian deposits of Oklahoma, Acanthopyge
consanguinea (Bug X)
which can be seen in my offerings from the incomparable preparator
Bob Carroll. For a more typical example of the Moroccan taxon,
please see my other offerings. |
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