Hildoceras Bifrons (Bruguière, 1789) – A classic representative of the Hildoceratidae family, this specimen exhibits the characteristic flattened whorls and strong ribbing of the species. Hildoceras bifrons is biostratigraphically significant within the Toarcian Stage of the Lower Jurassic and is frequently used as a zone fossil in European ammonite stratigraphy.
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Taxonomy: Family Hildoceratidae
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Chronostratigraphy: Toarcian Stage, Lower Jurassic (~183–174 Ma)
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Preservation: Well-defined ribbing and whorl morphology, typical of the genus
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Provenance: UK locality (specific site available upon request or known)
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Significance: Index fossil widely used in Toarcian biostratigraphy
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Size: 70mm
This specimen is ideal for collectors, educators, or those studying Lower Jurassic marine faunas. Supplied with full species and locality information.