Weissenegg Formation

The Weissenegg Formation is a geologic formation in Austria. It preserves fossils dating back to the Miocene period.

Weissenegg Formation
Stratigraphic range: Mid Miocene
~16–11.6 Ma
TypeFormation
Unit ofBaden Group
Lithology
PrimarySandstone, siltstone
OtherLimestone, marl
Location
Coordinates46.7°N 15.6°E / 46.7; 15.6
Approximate paleocoordinates46.1°N 15.1°E / 46.1; 15.1
RegionStyria
Country Austria
Type section
Named forWeissenegg
Weissenegg Formation (Austria)

Fossil content

Various fossils have been found in the formation.[1][2][3]

Fish

Mammals

See also

References

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