Mari in Geoworld

21/06/2025

🔬🐠 Happy Science Saturday!

This mounted Pycnodontiformes fossil hails from the Cretaceous limestone of Hjoula, Lebanon, dating back 110 million years. These extinct ray-finned fishes were common in warm, shallow marine environments and are known for their laterally compressed, almost circular bodies- an adaptation for navigating dense reef systems.

Unlike modern predatory fish, pycnodonts had pavement-like teeth arranged in broad dental plates. These were specialized for durophagy- the consumption of hard-shelled organisms like mollusks and crustaceans. Their powerful jaws acted like natural grinders, allowing them to exploit ecological niches that few other fish could.

Lebanese fossil beds, particularly bear Haqel and Hjoula, are celebrated for their exceptional preservation. Fine-grained micritic limestone captured delicate anatomical details- fin rays, scales, vertebral columns- often in near-articulated condition. Fossils from these deposits are highly sought after for both their scientific value and their visual clarity.

Fossil Fish | Pycnodontiformes sp. | Hjoula, Lebanon | Cretaceous | 100 Million Years Old

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16/01/2025

31/12/2024

My favorite photo of myself in 2024.
The Goddess Rosie and I.
Happy New Year!
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09/12/2024

Happy Science Saturday!
🌿✨ Ancient Beauty Preserved ✨🌿

Presenting a stunningly preserved Aeschnogomphus from the famed Solnhofen Limestone of Germany. This incredible dragonfly, dating back over 150 million years to the Jurassic period, captures a glimpse of a world long past. 🌍

Known for its exquisite preservation in the fossil-rich deposits of Solnhofen, this species showcases the ancient ecosystems that once flourished in what is now Southern Germany. With its delicate wings and intricate body, it’s a testament to nature’s enduring beauty and complexity.

A rare gem for collectors and paleontology enthusiasts alike! 🦋💎

Fossil Dragonfly | Aeschnogomphus sp. | Solnhofen, Germany | Jurassic | 156 Million Years Old
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27/11/2024

I found myself deeply embedded in the light box and in editing today. I thoroughly enjoyed myself.

🌍✨ Meet a Piece of Earth's History! ✨🌍

Feast your eyes on this Iron-Mounted Cenoceras Nautilus Fossil all the way from Madagascar! 🌀 This ancient marine beauty dates back millions of years, when these spiral-shaped creatures ruled the seas.

📜 The Cenoceras Story: A genus of extinct nautiloids, Cenoceras showcases the incredible artistry of nature through its perfectly coiled shell. This fossil retains intricate patterns and an earthy, aged charm, now accented by its sleek iron mount—turning it into a true work of art.

🔎 Why It’s Special:

📍 Found in Madagascar, a hotspot for fossil discoveries.
🌊 A peek into prehistoric oceans and Earth’s evolutionary journey.
🖼️ Perfectly preserved and artistically displayed for collectors or nature lovers alike.
Fossil Nautilus | Cenoceras sp. I Madagascar | Cretaceous | 110 MYO
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24/11/2024

Step back in time to the Cretaceous period and discover an incredible piece of history: a fossilized dinosaur egg nest from Cairanoolithus dughii! Found in France, this remarkable relic gives us a glimpse into the lives of dinosaurs that roamed the region millions of years ago.
The nest contains the perfectly preserved eggs, showcasing the meticulous care these ancient creatures took in nesting. The species Cairanoolithus dughii is known for its distinctively thick eggshells, which offered robust protection to the developing eggs inside.
Fossils like these are more than just remnants of the past- they are a window into prehistoric eco systems and parenting behaviors.

Fossil Dinosaur Egg Nest | Cairanoolithus dughii | Meze Herault, France | Cretaceous | 82 MYO
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22/11/2024

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09/11/2024

Happy Carl Sagan Day on this !
Carl Sagan, one of my great heroes, was born on this day, November 9th in 1934.
What a great mind!
To celebrate, I decided to pretend that I was showing him my Celestial friend Fu, who is my favorite object in Geoworld Gallery. What can I say? I am space rock obsessed.
✨Fukang Pallasite Slice | Stony-Iron Meteorite | Fukang, China | Found date: 2000✨

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01/11/2024

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29/10/2024

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28/10/2024

The foot of Tyrannosaurus rex.