Bhuj Formation

Bhuj Formation
Stratigraphic range: Tithonian–Aptian
TypeGeological formation
Sub-unitsUmia, Ghuneri & Ukra members
UnderliesN/A
OverliesKatrol Formation
Lithology
PrimarySandstone
Location
Coordinates23°42′N 69°00′E / 23.7°N 69.0°E / 23.7; 69.0
Approximate paleocoordinates30°18′S 33°48′E / 30.3°S 33.8°E / -30.3; 33.8
RegionGujarat, Kutch
Country India
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Bhuj Formation is located in India
Bhuj Formation
Bhuj Formation (India)
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The Bhuj Formation is a Mesozoic (Tithonian to Aptian) geologic formation in India. Fossil sauropod tracks and tracks from the ichnogenera Skolithos, Diplocraterion, Pholeus and Planolites have been reported from the formation.[1]

  1. ^ Weishampel, et al. (2004). "Dinosaur distribution." Pp. 517-607.