Manchioneal Formation

Manchioneal Formation
TypeFormation
Unit ofCoastal Group
Overlieswhite limestone of Jamaica. Type locality is in Port Maria and Port Antonio
Location
CountryJamaica

The Manchioneal Formation is a geologic formation in Jamaica. It preserves fossils. If can be found outcropping at the Titchfield High School along the bay head in Port Antonio. The fossils present in the formation are modern, massive corals which have been extensively case hardened by re-precipitation of calcite.

See also

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 25 March 2022. Retrieved 17 December 2021.


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