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Trá Bhuí, Kilrusheighter

Trá Bhuí, Kilrusheighter

Site Details

Location
Trá Bhuí, Kilrusheighter
Grid reference
54.2629153, -8.792884
Fossil Name
Corals
Fossil Type
Marine animals (shells, invertebrate animals – without backbones)
Fossil Age
Carboniferous
Rock Type
Limestone
Access Info
The rocky outcrop is accessed via Trá Bhuí Beach, where there is ample parking. WARNING: This is a rocky coastal location with uneven terrain on the rocky outcrop. Please check weather conditions and take care as the rocks become slippery when wet.
Fossil Info
Dark grey limestone with lighter grey corals

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School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University College Cork, Distillery Fields, North Mall, Cork, T23 TK30,

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