Orthoceras Fossil
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What is Orthoceras Fossil?
Orthoceras is an extinct marine cephalopod that lived approximately 400 to 450 million years ago during the Ordovician period. Found in various regions worldwide, Orthoceras Fossils are characterized by their long, straight shells resembling tapered cones. These ancient creatures possessed tentacles and a chambered shell, leaving behind a remarkable fossil record that offers insights into Earth's prehistoric oceans.
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