Steinalm Formation

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

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

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

It preserves fossils dated to the Triassic period of the Mesozoic Era.

See also

  • iconAlps portal
  • flagAustria portal

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.
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Triassic Period
Lower/Early TriassicMiddle TriassicUpper/Late Triassic


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