Neslen Formation

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Neslen Formation
Stratigraphic range: Cretaceous
Type Formation
Lithology
Other Coal
Location
Region Utah
Country United States

The Neslen Formation is a geologic formation in Utah. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period. It has been exploited for coal. [1] The Kaiparowits Formation is closely associated. [1]

Skull of Rhinorex condrupus from the Neslen Formation of Utah Rhinorex condrupus skull.jpg
Skull of Rhinorex condrupus from the Neslen Formation of Utah

Only two specimens have been reported from the formation. The first is a diagnostic tyrannosaur foot, the second being the type and only specimen of Rhinorex . [1]

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