Wellington Formation, Geological formation in Kansas, United States.
The Wellington Formation extends across Kansas with layers of sedimentary rocks, including shale, sandstone, and limestone deposits reaching depths of 700 feet.
During the Late Permian period, this formation developed through marine sediment accumulation, creating distinct geological strata visible in current excavation sites.
Scientists and researchers gather at the formation to study fossils of marine reptiles and invertebrate species that reveal information about past environments.
The Hutchinson Salt Member of the formation supports active mining operations, providing substantial economic benefits to communities in central Kansas.
Within the layers of the Wellington Formation, researchers discovered Meganeuropsis permianum, among the largest flying insects in geological records.
Location: Kansas
GPS coordinates: 38.60000,-97.20000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33
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