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Nummulites gizehensis, nummulites
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Nummulites gizehensis, nummulites
These fossils are embedded in Eocene limestone from 2km north-east of Gizeh, west of Cairo. Nummulites were single celled animals that lived on the sea bed
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Celled Cenozoic Eocene Eukaryote Eukaryotic Foram Foraminifera Foraminiferan Giza Gizeh Limestone North Africa Palaeogene Phanerozoic Prehistoric Protist Protista Pyramid Retaria Rhizaria Nummulites
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This photograph showcases a remarkable fossil discovery from the ancient world: Nummulites gizehensis, a single-celled marine organism belonging to the class Foraminifera, found embedded in Eocene limestone from 2km north-east of Gizeh, in the iconic region of Giza, west of Cairo, Egypt. Nummulites were early eukaryotes, part of the Rhizaria sub-group, and the Nummulitacea order, characterized by their distinctive, disc-shaped tests. These prehistoric beings lived on the ocean floor during the Paleogene period, specifically the Eocene epoch, around 50 million years ago. The Nummulites gizehensis fossil, with its intricate, granuloreticulose texture, is a testament to the rich marine life that once flourished in this part of North Africa. The Phanerozoic Coniferophyta, a time period marked by the first visible evidence of life, saw the emergence of a diverse array of organisms, including these fascinating foraminifers. The discovery of such well-preserved Nummulites fossils in Egypt adds to the country's extensive collection of ancient treasures, further emphasizing its significant role in the study of Earth's history. This image offers a glimpse into the prehistoric world, inviting us to ponder the mysteries of the past and the incredible journey of life on our planet.
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