Tinton Formation

The Tinton Formation is a geologic formation in New Jersey. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous-Paleocene periods, such as ammonites.

Tinton Formation
Stratigraphic range: Maastrichtian-Paleocene, 66–65 Ma
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TypeFormation
UnderliesHornerstown Formation
OverliesRed Bank Sand
Location
Region New Jersey
Country United States

See also

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 31 July 2014. Retrieved 22 June 2014.


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