Spinodontochile spinifer Trilobite

Trilobites Order Phacopida Suborder Phacopina, Superfamily Dalmanitoidea, Family Dalmanitidae
Geologic Age: Lower Devonian
Trilobite is 80 mm long
Hamar Laatchana, Alnif , Morocco
Remarks: Though Spinodontochile is similar to the Zilchovaspis rugosa, which is often called Odontochile, it is a different genus. Where Zilchovaspis displays rugosities (bumps) on the thorax, this one has prominent spines instead. This one is a prime exampleof the excellent preparation coming out of Morocco with the availability of reliable electricity.

Also see: Moroccan Trilobites

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spinodontochile Phacopida Trilobite

Fine example of modern Moroccan trilobite preparation:

Fine example of modern Moroccan trilobite preparation

Spinodontochile spinifer trilobite Schizochroal Eyes:

Spinodontochile spinifer trilobite Schizochroal Eye

Spinodontochile spinifer trilobite Schizochroal Eye

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