Los Molles Formation, Geological formation in Mendoza Province, Argentina
The Los Molles Formation contains extensive layers of organic shale, lime-mudstone, and sedimentary rocks spanning across the Neuquén Basin region.
Dating back to the Early and Middle Jurassic period, approximately 185 to 165 million years ago, this formation developed through extensive sedimentary processes.
Research teams from universities worldwide conduct field studies at the Los Molles Formation to examine the preserved remains of marine reptiles and dinosaurs.
The formation holds substantial energy resources, containing 275 trillion cubic feet of shale gas and 3.7 billion barrels of recoverable oil.
Scientists discovered the remains of Isaberrysaura mollensis and Chacaicosaurus cayi within the formation, revealing new species from the Jurassic period.
Location: Mendoza Province
GPS coordinates: -39.17170,-69.65970
Latest update: April 2, 2025 07:00
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