Encrinurus punctatus, trilobites
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Encrinurus punctatus, trilobites
A specimen of rock containing several fossils of the Trilobite Encrinurus punctatus. Encrinurus had eyes on stalks and grew to a size of approximatey 5cm
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Armoured Arthropod Arthropoda Carapace Exoskeleton Ladybirds And Lobsters Ladybirds Lobsters Numerous Phacopida Trilobita Trilobite Trilobitomorpha Invertebrata
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This print showcases a remarkable assemblage of fossilized trilobites, with the most prominent specimen being an exquisitely preserved Encrinurus punctatus. Hailing from the Arthropoda phylum, Trilobites are ancient marine invertebrates that thrived during the Paleozoic Era, around 521 to 505 million years ago. Encrinurus punctatus was a member of the Phacopida order, characterized by its elongated, slender body and distinctive eyes on stalks. The Encrinurus punctatus trilobite grew to approximately 5cm in length and bore an armored exoskeleton, providing essential protection against predators. The intricate patterns and textures of their carapaces, or shields, are a testament to the complex biology of these ancient creatures. The presence of numerous trilobites in this fossilized rock is a reminder of the abundant marine life that once inhabited our planet. The trilobite's intriguing appearance, with its segmented body and multiple legs, has earned it comparisons to modern-day arthropods such as ladybirds and lobsters. As you gaze upon this print, imagine the vast oceans teeming with life that once existed, where Encrinurus punctatus and its trilobite kin roamed the seafloor, leaving behind their fossilized legacies for us to marvel at today.
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