Dakhla Formation
The Dakhla Formation is a Maastrichtian geologic formation in Egypt. Dinosaur remains are among the fossils that have been recovered from the formation, although none have yet been referred to a specific genus.[1]
| Dakhla Formation Stratigraphic range: Maastrichtian | |
|---|---|
| Type | Geological formation |
| Sub-units | Kharga Shale Member |
| Overlies | Duwi Formation |
| Lithology | |
| Primary | Shale |
| Other | Marl, Phosphorite |
| Location | |
| Country |  Egypt |
See also
- List of dinosaur-bearing rock formations
References
- Weishampel, et al. (2004). "Dinosaur distribution." Pp. 517–607.
Bibliography
- Weishampel, David B.; Dodson, Peter; and Osmólska, Halszka (eds.): The Dinosauria, 2nd, Berkeley: University of California Press. 861 pp. ISBN 0-520-24209-2.
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