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@doktrock@toad.social
2026-08-14 16:42:43

Selkirk Member of the Ordovician Red River Formation, aka Tyndall Stone commercially, as seen in Winnipeg, Canada.
Complex 3D burrows are interpreted as Thalassinoides; the color difference is due to dolomite vs calcite matrix. #FossilFriday urban #geology

Blocks of Tyndall Stone as seen on the outside of the Winnipeg Art Gallery

Closer view of the Tyndall Stone; the mottles are a few centimeters across

Base of the statue is Tyndall stone.

Statue of Dale Hawerchuk, who, according to a plaque
"put the Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club on the map the day he arrived in our city in 1981, and his love for our community and remarkable Hall of Fame career will keep it there for many generations to come.
Our players, alumni and fans will forever be inspired by his passion for the game and his commitment to his team.
Bronze statue by Erik Blome,
inspired by a photograph by Bruce Bennett.
Dedicated October 2022

@doktrock@toad.social
2026-08-01 12:52:10

Rare and most complete #mammoth #fossil discovery in North Dakota being excavated from beneath a garage!
Funds were allocated by the North Dakota legislature specifically for this project. #FossilFriday