Description:

North America, Western United States, Wyoming, Green River Formation, Eocene period, ca. 50 million years ago. A fossilized Mioplosus fish preserved in a limestone matrix, from the famous fossil bearing "18 inch layer." The fish's body is fully extended with fins slightly outstretched, the bones and even the soft tissue are well-preserved in hues of orange-brown. Mioplosus is related to modern day perch, a solitary predator with sharp teeth for catching smaller fish. Size: 8" L x 0.65" W x 5.5" H (20.3 cm x 1.7 cm x 14 cm)

Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection

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#172135

  • Condition: Professionally prepared and excavated. Losses to matrix peripheries and corner. Fossil is intact and excellent. No repairs or restoration.

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