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Fossil belemnites
Belemnite battlefield, a dense accumulation of belemnites covering a 22 cm wide slab of Jurassic shale from Yorkshire, England
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Belemnite Belemnitida Black Background Cephalopod Cephalopoda David Lewis Fossil Fossilised Great Britain Lewis Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Paul Taylor Specimen Taylor Invertebrata
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Belemnite Battlefield: A Glimpse into the Jurassic Sea Floor This image showcases a dense accumulation of belemnites, an extinct group of cephalopods, covering a 22 cm wide slab of Jurassic shale from Yorkshire, England. The belemnites, with their distinctive cone-shaped fossils, lie haphazardly on the black background, evoking the image of a battlefield from a bygone era. Belemnites were invertebrates belonging to the subclass Cephalopoda, and were closely related to modern squid and octopuses. They lived during the Mesozoic Era, around 200 million to 66 million years ago. The fossilized remains of these ancient mollusks are commonly found in Europe, including the United Kingdom. The specimen in this photograph, expertly captured by Paul Taylor and David Lewis, is a testament to the rich marine life that once thrived in the Jurassic seas. Each belemnite is unique, with the characteristic tubular structure of the guard chamber, which protected the animal's soft body. The intricate patterns and textures of the fossils add to their allure, making them a favorite among fossil collectors and researchers. The belemnites in this image are a reminder of the dynamic and diverse ecosystems that existed millions of years ago. Their presence in the Jurassic shale of Yorkshire, England, provides valuable insights into the paleoenvironment and the evolution of marine life during this fascinating period in Earth's history.
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