Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California You will receive the point

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It gets its name from the Latin word "rubellus" meaning reddish

This piece is sure to add some weirdness to any collection

This is a common example of what is found in this region of the world in regards to fossils

occasionally referenced as celestine

Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California You will receive the pointSize: 3. 6 x 2. 5 x 0. 7 in. Crab Size: 0. 9 in. Weight: 2. 8 oz Age: Middle Miocene Fossil Type & Species: Compression & Pinnixia galliheri Location: Monterey Formation, Carmel, California This cute little one 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