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Trilobite (Phacops rana)
NameTrilobite (Phacops rana)
Scientific NamePhacops rana
Common NameTrilobite
Geologic PeriodDevonian
Geologic Erapaleozoic
Age (Million Years Ago)419.2 - 358.9
Discovery LocationNortheastern USA (e.g., Ohio, New York), parts of Canada
Geological FormationHamilton Group (e.g., Silica Shale, Mahantango Formation)
Dimensions (cm)Not specified
Taxonomic ClassificationAnimalia Arthropoda Trilobita Phacopida Phacopidae Phacops Phacops rana
Type of Fossilbody
Preservation Qualityexcellent
DietDetritivore / Scavenger
HabitatMarine, benthic (bottom-dwelling)
Raritycommon
Description
The image displays multiple well-preserved specimens of the trilobite Phacops rana embedded in a light-colored matrix. The fossils exhibit the characteristic segmented body plan, including the cephalon (head shield) with prominent schizochroal eyes, the multi-segmented thorax, and the pygidium (tail shield). The exoskeletons show fine detail and relief, indicating excellent preservation.
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