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Selkirkia willoughbyi Age: Middle Cambrian Formation: Marjum Formation Location: Millard County, Utah Size: Worm is 2.9 inches long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
Here is a very rare fossil worm. This is Selkirkia willoughbyi from the Marjum Formation of Utah. This genus of priapulid worm has also been found in the famous Burgess Shale of Canada. This worm is quite large and very distinct. The fantastic coloration of the fossil is totally natural - it has not been painted or enhanced in any way. The fossil worm is well positioned on the beautiful plate of shale that also contains another partial Selkirkia. This is a very unique specimen of a fossil worm from the Middle Cambrian.