Balteurypterus remiceps tetragonopthalmus ( Fischer )
Very nice example of a complete ‘sea scorpion’ or Eurypterid. Outstretched 3D example on matrix of buff siltstone. The specimen is still articulated and shows both eyes and the base of one of the limbs. Missing only the long thin tail spine (telson) The surface detail under magnification is superb.
Silurian: Wenlock Series, Bagovista Formation, Ustje Member.
Kanijenec, Podil’skyj, Frankivsk near Ivano, Ukraine
Matrix 8 x 5cms.
Specimen : 4.5cms. long
