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Fossils B/C

Posted: August 21st, 2014, 5:36 pm
by GoofyFoofer
Welcome to 2015 question marathons Fossils!
I'll kick off!
What are the most recognizable features of the Genus Phacops?
:P :D :)

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 3rd, 2014, 7:49 pm
by TheBookworm
Their large, compound eyes are their most recognizable feature. They contained many calcite lenses, which allowed for depth perception. The eyes could also swivel, creating a large field of perception. :)

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 4th, 2014, 5:11 pm
by GoofyFoofer
Correct! Your turn!
BTW, don't forget your hide tabs!

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 6th, 2014, 7:59 pm
by TheBookworm
Thank you :)

Identify and give the common name:
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Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 6th, 2014, 8:44 pm
by GoofyFoofer
Platyceras?
(hmm...)> :|

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 7th, 2014, 11:07 am
by TheBookworm
Mmmm, right Phylum, but nope.

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 7th, 2014, 2:45 pm
by GoofyFoofer
Dang. What was it?

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 10th, 2014, 8:41 pm
by yellow_squirtle
{gryphaea, aka"devil's toenail"}

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 11th, 2014, 4:35 pm
by TheBookworm
Correct! Your turn! :D

Re: Fossils B/C

Posted: September 12th, 2014, 8:55 pm
by yellow_squirtle
Genus?
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