Bitter Springs Group, Paleontological site in Northern Territory, Australia.
The Bitter Springs Group contains preserved stromatolites and microorganisms within silica formations across the central Australian landscape of Northern Territory.
Dating back 896 to 767 million years to the Tonian period, this formation has provided scientific evidence of early marine ecosystems since its discovery in 1965.
The location holds substantial value for geological research, containing fossils of cyanobacteria and multiple species of stromatolites within the Amadeus Basin region.
Research teams accessing the remote site require permits, appropriate vehicles, and extensive preparation due to the extreme temperatures of Northern Territory.
The formation includes three distinct sub-units - the Gillen, Loves Creek, and Johnnys Creek formations - each containing specific fossil preservation characteristics.
Location: Northern Territory
GPS coordinates: -23.54270,134.45720
Latest update: March 8, 2025 09:52
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