Neslen Formation
Geologic formation in Utah, United States
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The Neslen Formation is a geologic formation in Utah. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period. It has been exploited for coal.[1] The Kaiparowits Formation is closely associated.[1]
| Neslen Formation | |
|---|---|
| Stratigraphic range: Cretaceous | |
| Type | Formation |
| Lithology | |
| Other | Coal |
| Location | |
| Region | Utah |
| Country | United States |
Only two specimens have been reported from the formation. The first is a diagnostic tyrannosaur foot, the second being the type and only specimen of Rhinorex.[1]
