Steinalm Formation

The Steinalm Formation is a geologic formation in the Northern Limestone Alps, in Austria.

Steinalm Formation
Stratigraphic range: Triassic Period,
Mesozoic Era
TypeGeologic formation
Unit ofWetterstein limestone
Location
RegionNorthern Limestone Alps
CountryAustria

It is a sub−unit of the Wetterstein limestone formation, found in the Limestone Alps.

It preserves fossils dating back to the Triassic period of the Mesozoic Era.

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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