All About Trilobite Fossils
Attention all fossil enthusiasts - are you fascinated by ancient creatures that once widely roamed our earth and oceans? You can own a piece of prehistoric history with these fossilized trilobites.
Best of all - you don’t need a time machine to get your hands on these ancient and unique specimens.
What Are Trilobites?
Trilobites are hard-shelled specimens that are classified as arthropods. They have many different genus, order, families, and species. These were exclusively sea inhabitants and once roamed in prehistoric oceans. Though the ancient trilobites are extinct, these creatures exist today in fossilized form. These invertebrate animals have a protective shell and would even roll themselves into the shape of a ball as a defensive mechanism.
Interesting Facts About Trilobites
Here are just a few of many interesting facts about these organisms:
- Over 20,000 species have been documented
- Trilobites have been found on every continent
- Ohio, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania all have a trilobite as their official state fossil
There is so much to learn about these ancient creatures.
If this piques your interest, Whaler’s Locker has you covered with a collection of trilobite fossils - any of which make the perfect Hawaiian gift at less cost than a plane ticket.
Trilobite Fossils: Unique and Niche Gifts
Fossils can be a unique gift - even more so when you learn more about what the animal has left behind. So what is a fossil all about anyway? Trilobite fossils can be created by the creature shedding its external shell and leaving a lasting imprint. It is rare to see a relic of the actual trilobite creature. This rarity makes them a wonderfully unique gift.
At Whaler’s Locker, we carry a variety of trilobite fossils, which have all been sourced from the Hamar L'Aghdad Limestones in the Anti-Atlas Mountains of Morocco. If you’re looking for another item to pair well with the trilobite fossil, check out our ammonite fossils - they are beautiful cephalopods from Madagascar.
Varieties of Trilobites Offered at Whaler’s Locker
Our collection has trilobite fossils that vary in size and shape, and both family and order. Here are some of the specific varieties that we carry:
- Phacopida
- Tropidocoryphidae
- Phacopidae
- Cyphaspis
Around 380 million years old, these relics are a piece of history that anyone would appreciate. We have unique and niche Hawaiian gifts so you can shop for everyone in your life.
About Whaler’s Locker
You don’t have to visit us in Maui to send or receive exquisite and exciting Hawaiian gifts. Whaler’s Locker was established in 1971 and we have a physical store located in Lahaina, where we would love to see you in person If you cannot travel to see us right now, our website is ready to serve you. We carry authentic items that ship anywhere in the US. From fossils to sculptures to crystals, we’ve got you covered.
Our conversation-starter pieces can spruce up any office and add interest to any living space. Whether you are shopping for an item that is big or small, one thing is sure - our pieces make a statement.
If trilobites are not your thing but you fancy unique and interesting pieces, check out our collections for more of your Hawaiian gift needs.