What is a Elasmosaurus (glacially transported fossils)

Introduction to Elasmosaurus in Ohio: This species is known from glacially transported fragments found in Ohio gravel.

Details about The Elasmosaurus (glacially transported fossils)

Fossil Notes and Overview: Ohio has no Mesozoic rock, so fossils arrived via glaciers.

Elasmosaurus (glacially transported fossils) Habitat

Anatomy and Features: It had a long neck, flippers, and a streamlined body.

Quick Facts about The Elasmosaurus (glacially transported fossils)

Five Facts: It lived 80 million years ago, fossils are rare in Ohio, was a marine reptile, had 70+ neck vertebrae, and is iconic.

Importance of The Elasmosaurus (glacially transported fossils)

Scientific Importance: These finds teach about glacial movement. They also support lessons on marine reptiles.

Ohio Expert Opinion

Elasmosaurus fossils are known from Ohio glacial deposits.