Subhyracodon sp. | Brule Formation, Badlands, South Dakota, USA Fisch giving rise to many myths

giving rise to many myths of origin and beliefs about their magical and medicinal properties

with shells still embedded in the original shale matrix

Absolutely rare size showing the natural beige and earthy orange color accumulation of sandstone sized grains

a common mineral composed primarily of silica or silicon dioxide (SiO2)

This fascinating specimen dates from the 1980s and comes from a no longer active quarry

Subhyracodon sp. | Brule Formation, Badlands, South Dakota, USA Fisch giving rise to many mythsOrigin: Brule Formation, Badlands, South Dakota, USA Size: H60cm W97cm D18cm Description: Fossil Ribcage & Snout. Subhyracodon sp. The fossil ribcage and snout of Subhyracodon sp. is a remarkable specimen of an ancient rhinoceros that lived in North America during the Oligocene epoch. This species is characterized by a robust and well developed ribcage, which provided structural support and protection for the animal's internal organs. The snout is