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7.8" Polished, Neoproterozoic Stromatolite (Conophyton) - Morocco
This is a 7.8" wide, polished section of a Late Neoproterozoic-Ediacaran Period stromatolite (Conophyton amantourartensis) from the Upper Tachgagalt Formation in the Souss-Massa-Draa region of Morocco. It has been cut and polished on one side while the other surfaces have been left rough.
It comes with an acrylic display stand.
It comes with an acrylic display stand.
About Stromatolites
Stromatolites are fascinating, ancient rock formations created by the activity of cyanobacteria and other microorganisms. These layered, mound-like structures represent some of the earliest evidence of life on Earth, dating back over 3.5 billion years. Often found in shallow, warm waters, stromatolites form as layers of sediment and minerals are trapped and bound by microbial mats, gradually building up over time into unique, textured shapes.
Visually, stromatolites can range from smooth, rounded forms to intricate, banded structures, with colors that span earthy reds, browns, greens, and grays. Each layer captures a record of environmental conditions at the time of its formation, making stromatolites an invaluable source of information for scientists studying Earth’s early history and the origins of life.
Stromatolites are fascinating, ancient rock formations created by the activity of cyanobacteria and other microorganisms. These layered, mound-like structures represent some of the earliest evidence of life on Earth, dating back over 3.5 billion years. Often found in shallow, warm waters, stromatolites form as layers of sediment and minerals are trapped and bound by microbial mats, gradually building up over time into unique, textured shapes.
Visually, stromatolites can range from smooth, rounded forms to intricate, banded structures, with colors that span earthy reds, browns, greens, and grays. Each layer captures a record of environmental conditions at the time of its formation, making stromatolites an invaluable source of information for scientists studying Earth’s early history and the origins of life.
$145
SPECIES
Conophyton amantourartensis
LOCATION
Ouarzazate Province, Souss-Massa-Draa, Morocco
FORMATION
Upper Tachgagalt Formation
SIZE
7.8 x 5.4 x 1.8"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#350893
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