Claxby Ironstone

The Claxby Ironstone is a geologic formation in England. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period.

Claxby Ironstone
Stratigraphic range: Valanginian–Hauterivian
TypeFormation
UnderliesTealby Formation
OverliesSpilsby Sandstone
ThicknessUp to 8 m
Lithology
PrimaryClay
OtherSilt, ironstone
Location
RegionEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ExtentThe Wash, southern Lincolnshire

See also

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 31 July 2014. Retrieved 8 July 2014.


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