Limacina mercinensis, holoplanktonic mollusc
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Limacina mercinensis, holoplanktonic mollusc
Fossilised specimens of Holoplaktonic molluscs found in early Eocene, London Clay at Highgate, London. 58 million years old
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Cenozoic Clay Clay Mineral Eocene Fossil Fossilised Gastropod Gastropoda Great Britain Highgate Mineral Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Palaeogene Phanerozoic Phyllosilicate Prehistoric Flapping Snail Holoplanktonic Invertebrata Pteropod
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Fossilized Flapping Snail, Limacina mercinensis, Discovered in Highgate, London This photograph showcases a fossilized specimen of the holoplanktonic mollusc, Limacina mercinensis, discovered in the early Eocene London Clay at Highgate, London. With an age of approximately 58 million years, this ancient invertebrate is a testament to the rich biosphere that once thrived in the prehistoric waters of Europe during the Paleogene period. The Limacina mercinensis, also known as the flapping snail or pteropod, was a gastropod mollusk belonging to the Limacinidae family. This mollusc was unique in its holoplanktonic lifestyle, meaning it spent its entire life in the water column, unlike many other molluscs that live on the seafloor or attach themselves to hard surfaces. The fossilized remains of this ancient creature reveal intricate details, with its delicate shell and delicate appendages preserved in the phyllosilicate clay. The mineral-rich clay, a common component of the London Clay formation, played a crucial role in the exceptional preservation of this fossil. The discovery of this fossilized flapping snail in Highgate, London, offers a fascinating glimpse into the diverse marine ecosystems that existed during the Eocene epoch. Its presence in the clay deposits of London underscores the importance of this area as a valuable source of palaeontological discoveries, contributing significantly to our understanding of the Phanerozoic Concordat and the evolution of the Mollusca class. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history hidden beneath our feet and the continuous process of discovery that unfolds as we delve deeper into the mysteries of the natural world.
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