Nanxiong Formation

The Nanxiong Formation extends across 300 meters in thickness and contains layers of sandstone, siltstone, mudstone, limestone, and conglomerate deposits.

This formation dates back 66.7 million years to the Late Cretaceous period, resting on Jurassic granite basement and covered by the Shanghu Formation.

Scientists from multiple countries conduct research at this formation to study dinosaur fossils, including numerous specimens of hadrosaurs, theropods, and sauropods.

The formation presents extensive opportunities for geological research through its red bed deposits, which contain preserved remains of ancient reptiles and dinosaurs.

The site holds numerous dinosaur egg specimens, particularly from oviraptorids, providing evidence about prehistoric animal reproduction patterns.

Location: Guangdong

GPS coordinates: 23.50000,114.90000

Latest update: March 25, 2025 11:56