Ellipsocephalus hoffi Trilobites Mass Mortality

Description: This abundant species could form monotypic cluster of tens to hundreds of specimens. This plate has 11 complete and many partials. The specimens well defined 3D and contrast well against a dark background. It’s a very pretty plate and shows quite well. There are more that 1300 described species of Barrandian trilobites. An amazing statistic when you consider the area collected is only a few hundred square miles. Bohemia is the historical name given to the area of central Czech Republic where these species are found. Barrandian trilobites refer to the trilobite fauna found here. The term comes from the seminal work done by the J. Barrnade (1799-1883) who spent over half his life describing these trilobites and helping establish the science of paleontology. He himself described over 300 species. Bohemian trilobites are found in the Middle, and Upper Cambrian, Ordovician, Silurian and Devonian Periods. They have been studied and collected since the mid 1700's. Their quality of preservation, variety and scientific importance have made them most collectable ever since.