Earth:Moscow Formation
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| Moscow Formation Stratigraphic range: Givetian (Middle Devonian) | |
|---|---|
Windom shale member of the Moscow formation | |
| Type | Formation |
| Unit of | Hamilton group |
| Sub-units | Windom shale member, Tichenor member, Deep Run member, Menteth member, Kashong member |
| Overlies | Ludlowville Formation |
| Thickness | 151 m |
| Lithology | |
| Primary | Sandstone, shale |
| Location | |
| Region | New York |
| Country | United States |
The Moscow Formation is a geologic formation in New York. It preserves fossils dating back to the Givetian stage. It represents around 1.5–2 million years of constant deposition.
See also
- List of fossiliferous stratigraphic units in New York
References
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- ((Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database)). "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". https://www.fossilworks.org.
