Beacon Limestone Formation, Jurassic limestone formation in southern England, Great Britain.
The Beacon Limestone Formation contains ferruginous-ooidal limestone in its lower section and nodular limestone in its upper part, displaying grey to reddish-brown coloration.
Dating from the Pliensbachian to Toarcian ages of the Early Jurassic period, this formation developed between 185 and 175 million years ago.
The formation holds the Strawberry Bank Lagerstätte, containing preserved remains of marine creatures that shape our understanding of prehistoric life.
The formation extends from the Dorset coast to Chipping Sodbury, with thicknesses varying between 1.5 and 5 meters across different locations.
Scientists have discovered multiple ichthyosaur species and thalattosuchians within the formation, including the notable Pelagosaurus typus marine specimen.
GPS coordinates: 50.90000,-2.80000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:45
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