Rockhounding.org

UCR 4935

US / CA
32.89814, -117.21390View on MapOpen in Google Maps
No rating yet

About this location

UCR 4935 is a fossil collection site in San Diego, California, cataloged in the Paleobiology Database. Fossils here come from the Scripps Formation, dated to the Lutetian (48.07–41.03 million years ago). The depositional environment is recorded as open shallow subtidal. Documented finds include Neverita (Neverita) globosa, Tejonia moragai, Turritella uvasana applinae, Voluta eomagna, Crassatella uvasana.

Always seek permission where required, follow local laws, and practice Leave No Trace. Locations and details are community-submitted and may be inaccurate. Not sure what's legal here? Read our full guide to rockhounding laws by land type.

Found Here

Fossil

Geologic setting

Formation
Scripps
Geologic interval
Lutetian
Age
48.07–41.03 Ma
Depositional environment
open shallow subtidal
Recorded occurrences
5
Geology notes

inner shelf

Fossils found here

Neverita (Neverita) globosa
Gastropoda · Naticidae
Tejonia moragai
Gastropoda · Naticidae
Turritella uvasana applinae
Gastropoda · Turritellidae
Voluta eomagna
Gastropoda · Volutidae
Crassatella uvasana
Bivalvia · Crassatellidae

Records and references

Data: Paleobiology Database collection 200728 (CC BY 4.0)view the source record

Difficulty

Access
N/A
Find
N/A
Votes
0

Getting there

No details yet.

Location on Map

Coordinates: 32.89814, -117.21390

Nearby rockhounding locations

Recommended Gear for California

Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick

Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick

The industry-standard 22oz geological hammer. One-piece forged steel with shock-reduction grip.

Clear Anti-Fog Safety Glasses (4 Pack)

Clear Anti-Fog Safety Glasses (4 Pack)

Adjustable, anti-fog lenses for clear vision in any conditions. About $5 per pair.

Watertight Medical Kit

Watertight Medical Kit

Compact, waterproof first aid kit with bandages, moleskin, and field essentials.

Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide

Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide

Whether you're digging for the first time or are an experienced rockhound or "prospector," with a simple rock hammer and...

Clicking these links supports rockhounding.org at no extra cost to you — it's how we keep these maps and resources free for everyone.

Comments

Comments

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

No comments yet.

Logbook Records

No public logs yet

Be the first to share your experience at this location!