Knightia Fish Fossil

Size: 18x11.5 cms

Weight: 194 grams

Location: Kemmerer, Wyoming

Product Description:

A well-preserved fossil of Knightia, an ancient fish, showcasing exceptional detail and texture, from the Eocene epoch.

Geological Information:

- Location: Kemmerer, Wyoming, USA (Green River Formation)
- Type: Knightia eocaena (extinct species of fish)
- Age: Eocene epoch, approximately 56-34 million years old
- Formation: Lake deposits, specifically the Green River Formation
- Fossilization Process: Rapid burial and compression in a lake environment, preserving the fish's skeleton and scales
- Hardness: Varies, depending on the surrounding rock (typically shale or limestone)
- Distinctive Features: Detailed fossilization of fish skeleton, scales, and fins, providing valuable insights into ancient aquatic life.

This description highlights the scientific significance and geological context of the Knightia Fish Fossil, showcasing its importance as a fossil specimen from the Eocene epoch.