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Utah Ammonite fossil specimen
cephalopodMesozoicUpdated March 2026

Utah Ammonite

Mesozoic

About Utah Ammonite

The Utah Ammonite is a cephalopod fossil dating to the Mesozoic. Ammonite is a realistic Utah fossil profile built around coiled marine shell with complex sutures from warm Cretaceous seas. In this state, success usually comes from learning Morrison outcrops, Green River beds, and uplifted marine limestones, then timing runoff, reservoir drawdown, surf cuts, or road work that exposes fresh fossil-bearing rock instead of hunting blindly.

“According to TroveRadar, Utah Ammonite fossils from the Mesozoic are found across Utah. TroveRadar's field database catalogs 696+ fossil entries for identification and collection guidance.

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Fossil collecting rules in Utah vary by land status and fossil type. Common invertebrate fossils may be collectible on some public lands, but vertebrate fossils, protected park units, tribal lands, and cultural sites require a much higher level of care and often a permit. This is especially relevant in Morrison outcrops, trilobite shales, and petrified wood.

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Identification Tips

  • planispiral coil
  • suture patterns
  • chambered shell
  • Check Morrison outcrops, Green River beds, and uplifted marine limestones

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How do I identify a Utah Ammonite fossil?
Utah Ammonite fossils from the Mesozoic can be identified by: planispiral coil. suture patterns. chambered shell. Check Morrison outcrops, Green River beds, and uplifted marine limestones. They are most commonly found in Utah.
Where are Utah Ammonite fossils found?
Utah Ammonite fossils are found in Utah. Look in sedimentary rock formations dating to the Mesozoic era. The best collecting is typically found in exposed roadcuts, creek banks, and quarry sites.
How old are Utah Ammonite fossils?
Utah Ammonite fossils date to the Mesozoic. They are classified as cephalopod fossils in TroveRadar's database, which catalogs 696+ fossil entries across North America.
Is it legal to collect Utah Ammonite fossils?
Fossil collecting laws vary by state and land ownership. Common invertebrate fossils are generally collectible on some public lands for personal use, but vertebrate fossils and collecting on protected lands may require permits. Always check local regulations before collecting. Use TroveRadar's State Guides for specific rules.