Coprolite in Matrix

Fossil Type: 
Carnivore Coprolite
Composition: 
Phosphatic
Location: 
Quay County , NM
United States
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New Mexico US
Formation: 
Bull Canyon Formation
Period: 
Triassic - Norian Stage
Dimensions: 
15 x 19 x 31 mm long

The matrix surrounding this coprolite includes gastropods and bivalves (snails and clams). This type of matrix is highly unusual in the Bull Canyon Formation.

Latitude: 34.956992400000
Longitude: -103.728916700000