{"product_id":"phacops-trilobite-fossil","title":"Phacops Trilobite Fossil on Matrix","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eDiscover a remarkable piece of ancient marine life with this genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"221\"\u003ePhacops Trilobite Fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e from the famous fossil-rich deposits of the Anti-Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Dating back approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e380 million years to the Middle Devonian Period\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautifully preserved specimen displays the classic enrolled posture that made Phacops one of the most recognisable trilobites in the fossil record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eTrilobites were among the most successful arthropods ever to inhabit Earth's oceans, thriving for over 270 million years before becoming extinct during the Permian mass extinction. Phacops is particularly renowned for its large compound eyes and ability to enrol into a protective ball when threatened, much like a modern woodlouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eThis specimen remains preserved within its natural limestone matrix from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eHamar L'Aghdad Limestones of the Djebel Issoumour area\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Morocco's most celebrated Devonian fossil localities. The enrolled position offers a fascinating glimpse into the behaviour of these ancient marine creatures and makes this specimen an excellent addition to any fossil collection, educational display, museum collection, or natural history enthusiast's cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eWhether you are a seasoned fossil collector or just beginning your journey into palaeontology, this authentic Moroccan trilobite provides a tangible connection to a world that existed hundreds of millions of years before the dinosaurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"yy7y4b\" data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eAbout Phacops Trilobites\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003ePhacops trilobites lived in warm shallow seas that covered much of the ancient world during the Devonian Period. They are famous for their highly developed compound eyes, which consisted of large calcite lenses that provided excellent vision for detecting predators and navigating the sea floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003eOne of the most distinctive features of Phacops was its ability to enrol. By curling into a tight ball, it could protect its vulnerable underside from predators. Many enrolled specimens found today provide evidence of this defensive behaviour, making them particularly sought after by collectors and palaeontology enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jjshdp\" data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eEducational Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qs155h\" data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003eAuthentic Devonian marine fossil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ka31wh\" data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eApproximately 380 million years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vt2stm\" data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eExcellent example of trilobite enrolment behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a9wqmy\" data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eIdeal for fossil collections and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ic3g41\" data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003eSourced from one of Morocco's most famous trilobite localities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hulqq3\" data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003eA fascinating specimen for studying ancient marine ecosystems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e - Phacops sp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge \u003c\/strong\u003e- Middle Devonian Period Approximately 380 Million Years Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hamar L'Aghdad Limestones, Djebel Issoumour Area, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Morocco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e - 40mm approx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note we will choose from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GeoFossils","offers":[{"title":"Enrolled Phacops","offer_id":57272783372661,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flat Phacops","offer_id":57272783405429,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1113\/8154\/files\/GeoFossils_Fossils_Phacops_Trilobite2.png?v=1780920860","url":"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/products\/phacops-trilobite-fossil","provider":"GeoFossils","version":"1.0","type":"link"}