Minturn Formation

Minturn Formation
Stratigraphic range: Carboniferous
The Minturn Formation above Minturn, Colorado
TypeFormation
UnderliesFountain Formation
Location
RegionColorado
CountryUnited States

The Minturn Formation is a geologic formation in Colorado. It preserves fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period. Among the fossils preserved are of crinoids, spiriferid brachiopods, gastropods, and the spines and teeth of numerous sharks such as Petalodus.

See also

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.


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