Illaenus sp.

$120.00

Vendor: Lagerstätte Land

SKU Number: SQ2111122

Illaenus sp. from the Late Ordovician, Pupiao Fm., Changputang Village, Baoshan City, Shidian County, Yunnan Province, China.

Illaenus trilobites are characterized by their smooth, streamlined exoskeletons, often lacking prominent furrows, giving them a distinctive, almost featureless appearance. This specimen is a nice sized example, over 5 cm in length.

Full dimensions are listed below.

Vendor: Lagerstätte Land

SKU Number: SQ2111122

Illaenus sp. from the Late Ordovician, Pupiao Fm., Changputang Village, Baoshan City, Shidian County, Yunnan Province, China.

Full dimensions are listed below.

Specimen Details
Species Name:Illaenus sp.Order / Family:Corynexochida / IllaenidaeAge:Late OrdovicianLocality:Baoshan City, Shidian County, Yunnan Province, ChinaFormation:Pupiao Formation

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Shipping Dimensions
Dimensions:In InchesLength:12.0 inchesWidth:10.0 inchesHeight:8.0 inchesWeight:NA

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Description:

While specific details on Illaenus within the Late Ordovician Pupiao Formation may be limited, the genus Illaenus is generally recognized as a significant component of Ordovician trilobite faunas. Illaenus trilobites are characterized by their smooth, streamlined exoskeletons, often lacking prominent furrows, giving them a distinctive, almost featureless appearance. They were likely adapted to a burrowing or infaunal lifestyle. The presence of Illaenus in formations like the Pupiao Formation, which is known for its diverse Ordovician trilobite assemblages, contributes to our understanding of the broader Ordovician trilobite paleobiogeography and the ecological niches occupied by these fascinating creatures.