Here is a rare plat fossil from the lower Silurian of Wales. This specimen belongs likely to the genus Manitobia or Inocaulis, Rhizomorphia or similar Taxa. This is likely not a land plant but the massive preservation of the carbonized fossil substance is remarkable. There is even a fibrous like structure visible. | |||
Location: | Buttington, Powys, Wales, UK | ||
Size of plate: | about 195 x 170 mm | ||
Age: | Silurian, Llandovery, Telychian Stage, Tarannon Formation (about 438 Ma) |