description Flexicalymene Overview
Flexicalymene is an extinct genus of trilobites that existed during the Ordovician period. These arthropods are commonly found in the limestones of the Cincinnati region in Ohio, USA, as well as in parts of Europe. Flexicalymene trilobites are frequently discovered in an enrolled state, rolled into a ball as a defensive mechanism, similar to modern pill bugs. Fossil collectors and paleontologists frequently encounter them due to their vast numbers in Ordovician deposits.
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When did Flexicalymene live?
Flexicalymene lived during the Ordovician Period. It is commonly used as an index fossil because its occurrence helps identify particular Ordovician rock layers.
Where are Flexicalymene fossils found?
Flexicalymene is especially common in the limestones of the Cincinnati region in Ohio. Related specimens are also known from parts of Europe.
Why are Flexicalymene fossils often found curled up?
Flexicalymene could enroll its body, bringing the head and tail together for protection. Many fossils preserve this defensive posture rather than a fully extended body.
What kind of animal was Flexicalymene?
Flexicalymene was a trilobite, an extinct marine arthropod. It belonged to the phacopid trilobite lineage and had a segmented exoskeleton.
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