SEEFELD FISH SLAB

This large plate containing fossil fish (paralepidotus ornatus) is a staggering 225 million years old, and was discovered in Seefeld, Austria. This school of fish met a very abrupt end due to a sudden drop of the oxygen levels in the water.

The impeccable preservation of these fossil fish is highly unusual and is accredited due to the fact that the fish were covered by clay-rich sediment shortly after perishing, which deprived them of oxygen and halted decomposition. Some of the best fossil preparators took hundreds of hours to uncover every detail, making this a museum worthy specimen

Nestled in Seefeld's geological layers, the fossilized remnants, primarily of a species of fish named Paralepidotus Ornatus, tell a fascinating tale. These extraordinarily well-preserved fossils offer a glimpse into ancient marine life, providing researchers with a valuable opportunity to study prehistoric aquatic ecosystems and how some eventually came to an abrupt end.
The Seefeld fossil fish collection includes a variety of fish species with diverse physical features. Analyzing these fossils helps researchers piece together the evolutionary history and relationships among these ancient aquatic creatures, particularly from the Devonian period.
Embedded in sedimentary rock, these fossils are like ancient records of fish communities. The details of scales, fins, and skulls in the fossils help scientists categorize and understand the different species. By studying these fossils systematically, researchers can uncover how these long-extinct fish adapted to their environments and evolved over time.
Understanding the processes that led to the preservation of Seefeld's fossil fish is crucial. The well-preserved soft tissues and intricate details in the fossils provide insights into how minerals formed, sediment accumulated, and other factors that influenced their preservation over millions of years.

The Seefeld fossil fish also contribute to the study of ancient geography. Comparing these fossils with those from other sites worldwide helps researchers understand how these ancient fish species migrated and how different marine ecosystems were connected.

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Scientists go beyond just looking at the fossils. They use isotopic and geochemical analyses of the fossils and surrounding sediments to learn about past environmental conditions, such as water temperature, salinity, Oxygen and nutrient levels.

Origin: Seefeld, Austria
Age: Triassic epoch (225 million years old)
Category: Fish
Species: paralepidotus ornatus
Measurements: Excl stand 72 x 214 x 15cm
Incl stand 80 x 242 x 44cm

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SEEFELD FISH SLAB

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