Brachiopod

UNB-2016-0363Fossils » Eukaryote » Animalia » Brachiopoda

Description

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Brachiopoda Class: Rhynchonellata? Specimen with both the brachial and pedicle valves preserved. Pedicle valve is notably larger compared to the brachial valve with the posterior margin curving towards the brachial valve. Faint sulcus on the pedicle valve with a more prominent fold on the brachial valve. Thin growth lines are visible. Rounded/square anterior margin.

Specifications

Object nameBrachiopod
IDUNB-2016-0363
Legal statusPermanent collection
CategoryFossil
Classification
Domain:
Eukaryote
Kingdom:
Animalia
Phylum:
Brachiopoda
CompositionCalcium carbonate
OriginUnknown
Pieces1
PartialNo
Measurements
  • 4cm x 3.3cm x 2.5cm