Huachihuanhe Formation

The Hanhe-Huachi formation, also called Huachi-Hanhe formation is a geologic formation in China. It is Early Cretaceous, probably Hauterivian, in age.[1] The Pterosaur Huanhepterus has been recovered from the formation.

Hanhe-Huachi Formation
Stratigraphic range:
TypeGeological formation
Unit ofZhidan Group
UnderliesLuohan Formation
OverliesLuohe Formation
Thickness400-500 metres
Lithology
PrimaryMudstone, sandstone
Location
RegionGansu
Country China

See also

Footnotes

  1. Zhang, Mingzhen; Dai, Shuang; Zhang, Xianwen; Wang, Sen; Du, Zhen; Ma, Bo; Du, Baoxia (2020-10-07). "Conifer‐dominant palynoflora from the Lower Cretaceous in Ordos Basin, China: Biostratigraphical and palaeoclimatic implications". Geological Journal. 56 (3): 1549–1563. doi:10.1002/gj.4015. ISSN 0072-1050. S2CID 225171769.

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