Almejas Formation
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Almejas Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Messinian-Zanclean ~ | |
Type | Formation |
Lithology | |
Primary | Sandstone |
Other | Conglomerate |
Location | |
Region | Baja California |
Country | Mexico |
The Almejas Formation is a geologic formation in Mexico. It preserves fossils dating back to the Late Miocene to Early Pliocene of the Neogene period.
Fossil content
Various fossils have been found in the formation:[1]
Mammals
Birds
Fishes
See also
References
- ^ Arroyo Delphin at Fossilworks.org
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- Geologic formations of Mexico
- Neogene Mexico
- Sandstone formations
- Conglomerate formations
- Fossiliferous stratigraphic units of North America
- Paleontology in Mexico
- Geography of Baja California
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