Paratarrasius hibbardi-Montana-BG050

Taxa: Paratarrasius hibbardi

Age: Carboniferous-Mississippian

Geology: Heath Limestone-Bear Gulch Member

Locality: Fergus County, Montana

Paratarrasius hibbardi

Paratarrasius hibbardi is an extinct genus of fish known from the Bear Gulch Limestone of Montana, which dates back to the Carboniferous period. This genus, part of the larger Acanthodii group, is characterized by its unique body structure, which includes features such as fin spines and a streamlined body. The Bear Gulch Limestone is famous for its well-preserved fossil record, providing insights into the diverse marine ecosystems of the time.

Bear Gulch Limestone

The Bear Gulch Limestone is a fossil-rich geological formation located in Montana, USA, known for its exceptional preservation of marine fossils from the Mississippian subperiod of the Carboniferous period, approximately 330 million years ago.