Cloverly Formation, Geological formation in Big Horn Basin, Wyoming, US.
The Cloverly Formation contains gray to reddish purple clay layers with underlying buff and gray cross-bedded sandstones reaching thicknesses of 40 feet.
N.H. Darton formally documented the Cloverly Formation in 1904, naming it after a post office on the eastern side of the Big Horn Basin.
The formation holds an extensive collection of dinosaur remains, including Deinonychus, Microvenator, Tenontosaurus, and other prehistoric species from the Early Cretaceous period.
Located at coordinates 44.83667, -108.39222, the formation requires local guidance or detailed maps for safe navigation through the remote Wyoming territory.
The mudstone composition of the formation preserves a complete record of ancient ecosystems, including both marine and terrestrial life forms from 150 million years ago.
Location: Wyoming
Made from material: mudstone
GPS coordinates: 44.83667,-108.39222
Latest update: May 14, 2025 01:49
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