Trilobite in Shale (Elrathia sp.) - Utah Stone: Carnelian

Stone: Carnelian

This specimen was found in the Solnhofen Limestone of Germany

fibrous texture

There is one hairline fracture near the tip of the tooth that was likely stabilized

often schooling and being preyed on by larger fish such as Diplomystus sp

Trilobite in Shale (Elrathia sp.) - Utah Stone: CarnelianTrilobites are considered one of the most successful groups of animals to ever live on planet Earth. They lived for over 300 million years and there have been more than 20,000 different species identified. These creatures are members of the phylum Arthropoda. These animals are classified as having segmented bodies with an exoskeleton to protect their organs and muscles. Living examples include insects, spiders, crabs, lobsters, scorpions, and