Scaphites nodosus, ammonite
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Scaphites nodosus, ammonite
This Cretaceous ammonite originates from The Badlands, South Dakota, U.S.A. This specimen retains much of its original shell giving it a beautiful pearly lustre
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Ammonite Ammonitida Ammonoid Ammonoidea Cephalopod Cephalopoda Dakota Fortey Fossils The Key To The Past Lustre Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Pearlescent Pearly Richard Fortey Shell Badlands Invertebrata
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This stunning photograph showcases the exquisite beauty of a Scaphites nodosus ammonite, an ancient invertebrate that once roamed the seas during the Late Cretaceous period. This particular specimen was discovered in the renowned Badlands region of South Dakota, USA, and retains much of its original pearly shell, giving it a captivating lustre that speaks to the rich history of life on Earth. Ammonites, part of the larger class of Cephalopoda and the subclass Mollusca, are extinct relatives of the modern-day squid and octopus. They are characterized by their spiral shells, which served as protection and buoyancy devices. The Scaphites nodosus, a member of the Ancyloceratina subfamily and the Scaphitidae family, is distinguished by its nodose (knobbed) sutures and the presence of a nodose keel on the inner lip of the shell. This photograph is a testament to the wonders of the natural world and the invaluable insights that fossils provide into our planet's past. Richard Fortey, a renowned British paleontologist and author, once wrote, "Fossils are the key to the past. They are the hard evidence that life was once otherwise." This pearly Scaphites nodosus ammonite is a prime example of the intrigue and knowledge that can be gleaned from the study of fossils. The Scaphitinae subfamily, to which Scaphites nodosus belongs, is part of the larger Scaphitidae family, which is known for its diverse array of intricately sculptured shells. The discovery of such well-preserved specimens, like the one depicted in this photograph, is a reminder of the rich biosphere that once existed and the importance of preserving and studying our planet's natural history.
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