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Description:
Redlichia is a genus of trilobite that thrived during the Early to Middle Cambrian period. Their fossils have been discovered in various parts of the world, including China, indicating a widespread distribution. These marine arthropods were notable for their relatively large size, with some species reaching up to 30 cm in length. Redlichia typically had a somewhat flattened, oval-shaped exoskeleton, a large cephalon (head shield), and well-developed genal spines. The thorax was composed of multiple segments, and in some species, the 11th thoracic segment bore a distinctive spine. In China, the Longwangmiao Formation is a significant source of Cambrian fossils, and Redlichia specimens found here have contributed to our understanding of the diversity and evolution of this genus. The Longwangmiao Formation, known for preserving a variety of Cambrian organisms, provides valuable ecological context for Redlichia and its contemporaries. The specific characteristics of Redlichia from this formation help researchers understand the paleoenvironment, biogeographic patterns of the Cambrian period, growth stages, feeding habits, and relationships to other trilobite species.
