Calymene blumenbachii, locust trilobite
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Calymene blumenbachii, locust trilobite
Specimens of locust tribolites (Calymene blumenbachii) from Silurian, Wenlock Limestone, Dudley, West Midlands
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Acrididae Arthropod Arthropoda Caelifera Calymene Dudley Folklore Fossil Fossilised Grasshopper Great Britain Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Locust Midlands Orthoptera Orthopteran Paleozoic Phacopida Calymene Blumenbachii Calymenidae Invertebrata
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1. Title: "A Leap into the Past: Calymene blumenbachii, the Ancient Locust Trilobite from the Wenlock Limestone, Dudley, West Midlands, England" 2.. This image showcases a beautifully preserved Calymene blumenbachii specimen, an exquisite example of a locust trilobite discovered in the renowned Wenlock Limestone formation in Dudley, West Midlands, England. Dating back to the Silurian period, around 423 million years ago, this ancient arthropod is a fascinating testament to the rich biosphere that existed during the Paleozoic Era. 3. Calymene blumenbachii, a member of the Calymenidae family, is often referred to as the "grasshopper trilobite" due to its striking resemblance to modern-day orthopterans, such as grasshoppers and locusts. With its elongated body, slender legs, and distinct head shield, this hexapod creature was a far cry from the insects we know today but shares the same six-legged structure. 4. The Calymene blumenbachii was not only an intriguing creature in its own right but also played a significant role in the development of folklore and mythology. Some ancient cultures believed that these creatures were not extinct but rather transformed into fairies or other mystical beings when they shed their exoskeletons. 5. The Wenlock Limestone formation, located in the picturesque English countryside, has yielded numerous fossils of Calymene blumenbachii and other ancient organisms, providing valuable insights into the diverse ecosystems that thrived during the Paleozoic Era. This fossilized locust trilobite serves as a reminder of the incredible history hidden beneath our feet and the endless wonders that await discovery in the depths of geological time.
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