Fossilized Dinosaur Dung (Coprolite)
Fossilized Dinosaur Dung (Coprolite)
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Quick Overview
The front of this fossil has been polished flat while the back has been left rough.
Measurements: ~3-¾ " long x 2-½ " wide x 1-½ " deep
Location: Utah State, USA
Time Period: Jurassic ~ 140 MYO
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Coprolite is the petrified dung of prehistoric animals.Scientists study it to help them understand the diet of these animals. Coprolites can be recognized by their structural patterns, which often have spiralled or angular markings, as well as their proximity to other fossils. This coprolite is from dinosaurs that roamed the state of Utah, in the United States, during the Jurassic time period, around 140 million years ago.