Zilchovaspis rugosa
Trilobites Order Phacopida, Family Dalmanitidae
Geological Time: Middle Devonian
Size (25.4 mm = 1 inch): Trilobite is 78 mm long (curve measure) by 39 mm wide on a 30 by 80 mm matrix
Fossil Site: Laatchana, Alnif, Morocco
Code: 12002
Price: $395.00 - sold
 Description:
A elegant example of a member of the Order Phacopida, Family Dalmanitidae
with many fine details present. While most frequently known in
the trade as “Odontochile”, this one is actually Zilchovaspis.
The most diagnostic features of this taxon are the parabolic cephalon
and pygidial spine. Odontochile has a more circular cephalic outline,
and a shorter, broadly-based pygidial spine. Both genera bear a
strong resemblance to the contemporary genus Huntonia from the
Devonian of Oklahoma. The genal spines have been prepared free
of matrix, a time-consuming effort. Prepared in the “flying” pose,this
fine trilobite is an eye-catching display from any aspect. |
