Scarburgiceras Fossil Ammonite – Lower Oxfordian Jurassic – Warboys UK – Genuine Fossil with Certificate

Description This listing features a genuine Scarburgiceras fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian Stage of the Jurassic Period, unearthed at Warboys, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. This striking ammonite showcases the classic ribbed shell morphology typical of the genus and represents an excellent specimen from a key transitional period in Jurassic ammonoid evolution. The photo shows the actual specimen you will receive, with the scale cube = 1cm for accurate sizing. Please refer to the images for full visual details and measurements. Species & Classification: Genus: Scarburgiceras Type: Fossil Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod) Order: Ammonitida Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea Family: Cardioceratidae Phylum: Mollusca Class: Cephalopoda Geological & Stratigraphic Context: Period: Jurassic Stage: Lower Oxfordian (~163–161 million years ago) Formation: Oxford Clay Formation (Lower Oxfordian strata) Locality: Warboys, Cambridgeshire, England, UK Depositional Environment: Shallow marine epicontinental shelf; fine-grained clay and mud sediments deposited in calm, low-energy environments Morphological Features: Planispiral, moderately involute coiling with exposed inner whorls Strong, well-developed radial ribbing extending across the flank and onto the venter Shell is compressed to slightly inflated, depending on species stage Some specimens show faint tubercles or keel traces depending on maturity Notable Facts: Scarburgiceras is an early member of the Cardioceratidae, closely tied to the diversification of ammonites during the Lower Oxfordian The genus is biostratigraphically important for correlating Lower Oxfordian strata across Europe Fossils from Warboys and surrounding Oxford Clay localities have contributed significantly to our understanding of Jurassic marine ecosystems Why Buy From Us? Guaranteed 100% authentic fossil, professionally selected Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity The exact fossil pictured is the one you will receive Perfect for fossil collectors, educational use, and display This authentic Scarburgiceras fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian of Warboys, UK, offers a rare opportunity to own a specimen from a significant chapter in ammonite evolution. A fine example for collectors or scientific enthusiasts alike.