בידספיריט | 2 Inch Ephemeropsis Trisetalis Fossil

2 Inch Ephemeropsis Trisetalis Fossil Insect Larva Yixian Formation China - Ephemeropsis trisetalis fossil insect larva preserved in a fine grained limestone matrix from the famous Yixian Formation of Liaoning Province China. The fossil itself measures approximately 2 inches in length and is preserved on a matrix slab measuring approximately 3 inches. Visible anatomical features include a segmented body preserved appendages and three elongated tail filaments. The specimen is preserved as a reddish brown fossil impression and compression against a contrasting light tan limestone matrix. Fine anatomical detail remains visible throughout the body allowing major structural features to be readily observed. The coloration and preservation create an attractive display specimen suitable for both study and collection. The matrix exhibits natural geological cracking and weathering associated with the stone while the fossil remains well preserved and clearly visible. Preservation quality allows the specimen to display strongly despite its cabinet size dimensions. Ephemeropsis trisetalis is an aquatic insect known from the fossil rich Yixian Formation of Liaoning Province China. The Yixian Formation is internationally recognized for producing exceptionally preserved fossils including insects fish plants reptiles birds and dinosaurs dating to the Late Jurassic and Early Cretaceous periods. Accompanied by an identification card attributing the specimen to Ephemeropsis trisetalis Fossil Insect Larvae from the Late Jurassic Early Cretaceous Yixian Formation near Beipiao City Liaoning Province China. Fossil measures approximately 2 inches in length and the matrix slab measures approximately 3 inches. Condition: Ancient Authentic