Fish - Fossilised animal - Fossil Fish from China (Lycoptera sp.) – Cretaceous

The offered specimen shows a fossil fish from China, dated to the Lower Cretaceous (about 120–130 million years ago). The fish is largely well preserved and displays a clearly recognizable body structure with a distinctly visible spine as well as finely developed fins. In particular, the caudal fin and parts of the dorsal fin are well preserved and give the piece an appealing level of detail. Due to the typical body shape and proportions, it is very likely a member of the Lycoptera genus, a characteristic fossil fish from the Jehol biota. The preservation is overall good. The fish is clearly separated from the surrounding rock, with minor irregularities in the matrix present, which do not significantly affect the overall impression. The piece has been partially restored or re-prepared, as is common with fossils from this region. The essential structures, however, are well recognizable and stably preserved. The matrix shows a natural texture and coloration typical for fossils from this region. A classic collectible from one of the most important fossil Lagerstätten of the Cretaceous. Details: Origin: China (Liaoning region) Age: Lower Cretaceous, about 120–130 million years Species: probably Lycoptera sp. Preservation: good, with partial restoration Matrix: natural rock slab Fossil size: about 88 mm Preparation: mechanically exposed and partially supplemented

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