Cyphaspis sp aff boutscharafinense
Trilobites Order Proetida, Family Otarionidae
Geological Time: Middle Devonian
Size: Trilobite is 40 mm long by 35 mm wide (with spines) on a 60 by 50 mm matrix.
Fossil Site: Ihandar Formation, Jebel Oufaten, Alnif, Morocco
Fossil Code: 18111
Price: Sold
 Description:
Unusual example of a member of the Order Proetida, Family Otarionidae
with many fine details present. While most frequently known in the
trade as “Otarion”, this one is actually a member of the
genus Cyphaspis. The most diagnostic features of this taxon are the
high stalked eyes, elongated spines, and granulose bulbous cephalon.
This one has both the genals and the thoracic spine prepared free
of matrix, making for an eye-catching specimen. |
