Sunday, December 23, 2018

Cedrelospermum linaetum (Elm leaves fossils)


These plant fossils were found in the Florissant Formation of Teller County, Colorado, USA. They date to the Eocene Epoch of the Paleogene Period. The fossils are thought to be Cedrelospermum linaetum (Elm leaves). Note one with a hole showing something was feeding on it. Thanks to Kenny for the images.


Saturday, December 22, 2018

Unidentified Florissant Insect Fossils


These unidentified insect fossils were found in the Florissant Formation of Teller County, Colorado, USA. They date to the Eocene Epoch of the Paleogene Period. Thanks to Kenny for the images.


Friday, December 21, 2018

Diptera Insect Fossil


This insect fossil was found in the Florissant Formation of Teller County, Colorado, USA. The fossil is thought to be from the Diptera Family.  It dates to the Eocene Epoch of the Paleogene Period. Thanks to Kenny for the image.