Hochmoos Formation

The Hochmoos Formation is a geologic formation in Austria. It preserves fossils dating back to the Santonian of the Cretaceous period.

Hochmoos Formation
Stratigraphic range: Santonian
~85–83.7 Ma
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TypeFormation
Unit ofGosau Group
Sub-units
  • Hochmoos Member
  • Hofergraben Member
  • Sandkalkbank Member
UnderliesBibereck Formation
OverliesGrabenbach Formation
Lithology
PrimaryMudstone, sandstone, shale
Location
RegionCentral Europe
Country Austria

See also

References
    • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 31 July 2014. Retrieved 8 July 2014.


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