Cochleatina
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| Cochleatina Temporal range: | |
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| Cochleatina canilovica | |
Scientific classification  | |
| (unranked): | incertae sedis |
| Genus: | †Cochleatina Aseeva, 1974 |
Cochleatina is an organic-walled microfossil ('Small Carbonaceous Fossil') known from the late Ediacaran period and early Cambrian Fortunian Stage.[1] Cochleatina comprises a complex spiral ribbon structure, with a serrated outer margin. These spirals are frequently found embedded in an organic sheet.[1][2][3] Cochleatina is a rare example of a fossil taxon known to span the Ediacaran–Cambrian boundary.[1]
