Subasaphus laticaudatus Trilobite

Discover a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine life with this Subasaphus laticaudatus trilobite fossil from the Middle Ordovician Period, approximately 465 million years ago. Collected from the Tallinsky Horizon in the St. Petersburg region of Russia, this beautifully preserved specimen showcases the distinctive anatomy of an ancient marine arthropod.

Measuring approximately 2 inches, this trilobite features a broad, rounded head shield, a prominently segmented thorax, and a wide, rounded tail shield. Its rich brown exoskeleton displays well-defined ridges and a raised central axis, creating beautiful contrast against the lighter gray and tan limestone matrix. Preserved in three-dimensional relief, the fossil's gently curved body and intricate segmentation can be appreciated from multiple angles.

Subasaphus laticaudatus belonged to the asaphid family of trilobites, a diverse group of marine arthropods that inhabited ancient seas during the Ordovician Period. Trilobites possessed hard, segmented exoskeletons that provided protection and allowed flexibility as they moved across the ocean floor. The limestone deposits of the St. Petersburg region are renowned for preserving an impressive variety of Ordovician trilobites, offering a remarkable glimpse into marine ecosystems that existed hundreds of millions of years before the dinosaurs.

With its distinctive rounded features, detailed segmentation, and attractive natural matrix, this Subasaphus laticaudatus trilobite makes a wonderful addition to any fossil collection.

Specimen Details

• Species: Subasaphus laticaudatus

• Geological Period: Middle Ordovician

• Age: Approximately 465 million years old

• Horizon: Tallinsky Horizon

• Locality: St. Petersburg Region, Russia

• Trilobite Size: Approximately 2 inches

• Matrix Size: Approximately 3 × 2.5 inches

• Certificate of Authenticity: Included

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