{"product_id":"choffaticeras-ammonite-fossil-upper-cretaceous-morocco","title":"Choffaticeras Ammonite Fossil  Upper Cretaceous  Morocco","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"738\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eChoffaticeras ammonite fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e from the ancient seas of Morocco, dating to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eUpper Cretaceous Period\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e94–90 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e. These beautifully preserved marine fossils represent an extinct group of cephalopods that thrived millions of years before the extinction of the dinosaurs.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eChoffaticeras is recognised for its elegant planispiral shell, pronounced ribbing and intricate suture patterns, making it a favourite amongst fossil collectors, palaeontology enthusiasts and educational institutions. Every specimen preserves a unique chapter of Earth's prehistoric marine history and no two fossils are ever identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eThis specimen also displays \u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003enatural Long Wave (LW) ultraviolet fluorescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003ewhite fluorescent glow\u003c\/strong\u003e when viewed under a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e365nm UV lamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent addition to both fossil and fluorescent collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"12o2hzk\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1712\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1344\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1355\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1387\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFossil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eChoffaticeras\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1419\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eAmmonite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1449\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGeological Age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1469\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUpper Cretaceous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1478\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eLower Turonian (where applicable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1534\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximate Age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e94–90 Million Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1569\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLocality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1595\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFossil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eMarine Cephalopod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1631\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUV Reaction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eWhite Fluorescence under LW (365nm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1686\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eGenuine Natural Fossil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"25ulv9\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eAbout Choffaticeras\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eChoffaticeras\u003c\/em\u003e is an extinct genus of ammonite belonging to the family \u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eAcanthoceratidae\u003c\/strong\u003e. These marine cephalopods lived in warm tropical seas during the Upper Cretaceous and used their chambered shells to regulate buoyancy while swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003eTheir beautifully ornamented shells, distinctive ribbing and complex suture patterns make them one of Morocco's most recognisable Cretaceous ammonites. Today they are highly prized by collectors for both their scientific significance and decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"17fvm37\" data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eScientific Classification\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2531\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2296\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2307\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2336\" 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data-end=\"2430\"\u003eAmmonoidea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2439\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eAmmonitida\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2463\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2483\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAcanthoceratidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2492\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGenus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2511\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003eChoffaticeras\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2522\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2531\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003esp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"njbi1w\" data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2791\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 99.9972%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2575\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2586\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2616\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2628\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eMesozoic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2638\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003ePeriod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2658\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eUpper Cretaceous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2667\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eStage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2685\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eLower Turonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2704\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eApproximate Age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2727\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003e94–90 Million Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2742\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2769\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eWarm Shallow Marine Sea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2780\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 40.2907%;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2791\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 59.5286%;\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1n7exwi\" data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003eFossil Preservation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003eEach Choffaticeras ammonite has been naturally fossilised over millions of years, preserving the original coiled shell and characteristic ribbing. Variations in mineralisation and preservation make every specimen unique. UV Fluorescence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003eThis specimen is naturally \u003cstrong data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3109\"\u003eUV reactive\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003eUnder a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003e365nm Long Wave (LW)\u003c\/strong\u003e ultraviolet lamp, the fossil displays a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3211\"\u003ewhite fluorescent glow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003eNatural fluorescence occurs due to minerals incorporated during fossilisation and can vary slightly depending on the strength of the UV lamp and viewing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"xio5b3\" data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003eWhy Collect Choffaticeras?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w3f3zf\" data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"3457\"\u003eGenuine Upper Cretaceous ammonite fossil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oir5hx\" data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003eAttractive ribbed shell with excellent natural detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"um0jeo\" data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eNaturally fluorescent under Long Wave UV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"179dpmb\" data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003eIdeal for fossil, ammonite and UV mineral collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jhqm5d\" data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003eExcellent educational specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pcso6o\" data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eEvery fossil is unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1cz9o7s\" data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3876\"\u003eStore in a dry environment away from prolonged moisture and harsh chemicals. Clean gently using a soft brush or microfibre cloth. Handle with care to preserve the natural fossil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1vv921k\" data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"3896\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3973\"\u003ePlease note you will receive the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3973\"\u003eexact fossil shown in the photographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"hkd5a4\" data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4008\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rxe38r\" data-start=\"4010\" data-end=\"4048\"\u003eIs this a genuine ammonite fossil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4131\"\u003eYes. Every Choffaticeras specimen sold by GeoFossils is a genuine natural fossil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2tosam\" data-start=\"4133\" data-end=\"4160\"\u003eHow old is this fossil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4162\" data-end=\"4245\"\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4176\" data-end=\"4203\"\u003e94–90 million years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating from the Upper Cretaceous Period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yqhxeh\" data-start=\"4247\" data-end=\"4283\"\u003eWhy does it glow under UV light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4285\" data-end=\"4418\"\u003eMinerals incorporated during fossilisation naturally fluoresce under \u003cstrong data-start=\"4354\" data-end=\"4375\"\u003eLong Wave (365nm)\u003c\/strong\u003e ultraviolet light, producing a white glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13uh7f5\" data-start=\"4420\" data-end=\"4452\"\u003eIs every specimen different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4454\" data-end=\"4539\"\u003eYes. Each fossil differs naturally in preservation, shape, colour and mineralisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7kzx6t\" data-start=\"4541\" data-end=\"4576\"\u003eIs this suitable for education?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4578\" data-end=\"4676\"\u003eYes. Choffaticeras ammonites are ideal for schools, universities, museums and private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"afoywu\" data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4695\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u2f6dy\" data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4727\"\u003ePaleobiology Database (PBDB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pbd1qh\" data-start=\"4728\" data-end=\"4760\"\u003eNatural History Museum, London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kmvuv7\" data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eArkell, W.J. et al. \u003cem data-start=\"4783\" data-end=\"4835\"\u003eTreatise on Invertebrate Paleontology – Ammonoidea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GeoFossils","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":57373844308341,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2","offer_id":57373844341109,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3","offer_id":57373844373877,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1113\/8154\/files\/GeoFossilsFossilsChoffaticerasAmmonite_1.png?v=1784641726","url":"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/products\/choffaticeras-ammonite-fossil-upper-cretaceous-morocco","provider":"GeoFossils","version":"1.0","type":"link"}