1.2" Fossil Shrimp (Belotelson) - Illinois

This is a 1.2" fossil shrimp (Belotelson), preserved in an ironstone nodule, from the Carbondale Formation near Essex, Illinois. Under magnification, this secimen shows incredible detail.

Belotelson is a moderate sized lobsteroid with a smooth carapace, stalked eyes, and very long rostrum. It had strong legs and a spiky tail perhaps indicating a poor swimmer, but active scavenger.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Belotelson magister
LOCATION
Essex, Illinois
FORMATION
Carbondale Formation
SIZE
1.2" shrimp, 1.8 x 1.7" nodule
ITEM
#120956
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