Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California

Size: 3.2 x 3.0 x 0.8 in. Crab Size: 1.2 & 0.6 in. Weight: 5.8 oz Age: Middle Miocene Fossil Type & Species: Compression & Pinnixia galliheri Location: Monterey Formation, Carmel, California These cute little ones is a great example of the fossils found in the Monterey Formation. Because they lived in a coastal environment, they are often found alongside other fossil fish, pine cones, and palm fronds. The natural orange coloring is due to iron oxide sound in the rock. These make a unique addition to any collection, large or small. You will receive the fossil crab specimen pictured. Colors may vary based on screen size and resolution.