Palaeophycus isp.


Description: Palaeophycus is a simple burrow that can (but typically does not) show branching, is oriented horizontal or oblique to bedding, and has a distinctive burrow lining. Palaeophycus is interpreted as a combined feeding and dwelling burrow made by a worm-like animal.

Age: Ordovician
Formation: Fairview
Location: Ohio, USA
Collector: A. J. Martin
Photographer: A. J. Martin

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