Fossil Shrimp. Antrimpos sp.. Late Jurassic. Solnhofen, Germany. ...

Description

Fossil Shrimp
Antrimpos sp.
Late Jurassic
Solnhofen, Germany

This exquisitely preserved fossil shrimp belongs to the extinct genus Antrimpos, a member of the order Decapoda-a diverse group of marine arthropods that includes modern shrimp, lobsters, and crabs. The fossil originates from the renowned Solnhofen Formation in Bavaria, Germany, a Late Jurassic Lagerstätte famed for its extraordinary fossil detail. The remarkable clarity of anatomical structures in this specimen-including fine segmentation of the abdomen, delicate limb articulation, and subtle carapace definition-is a testament to the unique depositional environment of Solnhofen's lithographic Limestone. The fine-grained sediments of this ancient lagoon system enabled rapid burial and mineral replacement, preserving even the most fragile organisms with exceptional fidelity. Given the inherently delicate and loosely articulated nature of decapod shells, the level of detail in this example is truly rare, making it a significant piece for both scientific study and refined fossil collections.
Overall Measurements: 13.00 x 10.04 x 0.59 inches (33.02 x 25.50 x 1.50 cm)

Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern California Collector

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