This extraordinary fossil dates back 299-276 million years to the Lower Permian period, just before the age of dinosaurs. This era marked the emergence of Earth’s first complete ecosystem, which tragically vanished in the Permian Extinction, wiping out 95% of all life. Discovered in Permian-era caves during limestone mining, this fossil was carefully rescued by Paleo Tex’s fossil discovery team before it could be lost to history. A rare and significant specimen, this piece once belonged to an ancient cave-dwelling species, making it a unique and scientifically invaluable addition to any fossil collection. Explore its history in our gallery.
Interesting Facts
The Permian period was a time of great evolutionary advancements, seeing the rise of early reptiles and diverse marine life.
The Permian Extinction was the most catastrophic mass extinction event in Earth's history, eliminating nearly all known life forms at the time.
Fossils from this period are extremely rare, especially cave-dwelling species, as their fragile remains are often lost to geological changes.
Features
Origin: Lower Permian Period (299-276 million years ago)
Material: Fossilized remains of a rare cave dweller
Condition: Carefully preserved and rescued from destruction
Special Characteristics: Exceptionally rare fossil from a nearly extinct prehistoric ecosystem
Dimensions and Weight
Height        Length        Width        Weight
0.75"        8.25"        6.25"        0.60 lb
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