Knightia Fossil Fish Display – Green River Formation Fossil
Bring home a genuine piece of prehistoric life with this authentic Knightia eocaena fossil fish display. Preserved in the famous Green River Formation of Wyoming, these fish lived approximately 53.5–48.5 million years ago during the Eocene Epoch.
Knightia is one of the most recognizable fossil fish species and is believed to be closely related to modern herring. These fossils were preserved in exceptionally fine lake sediments, capturing remarkable details that have survived for millions of years.
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Each fossil is unique and will vary slightly in size, color, and preservation from the example shown.
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