Altamira Shale
| Altamira Shale | |
|---|---|
| Stratigraphic range: Neogene | |
| Type | Formation |
| Location | |
| Region | California |
| Country | United States |
The Altamira Shale is a geologic formation in California. It preserves fossils dating back to the Neogene period.
The majority of the rocks found on the hills of the Palos Verdes Peninsula are from this shale. These rocks were marketed as Palos Verdes Stone.[1]
See also
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References
[edit]- ↑ "Brief History of the Geology, Fossils and Formation of Palos Verdes". Palos Verdes Magazine. 25 November 2023.
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.
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