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Finding authentic fossils on a Morocco archaeology tour

Morocco is a country located in North Africa. The geology of Morocco is varied, with ancient rocks dating back over three billion years, and more recent rocks from the Quaternary period. There are a variety of landscapes in Morocco, from the High Atlas mountains to the Sahara desert. The geology of Morocco has been shaped by a variety of geological processes, including tectonic activity, erosion, and deposition.


Where are fossils in Morocco located?


The Atlas Mountains to the west and the Sahara Desert to the east dominate one of the world's most geographically diversified nations, Morocco. Large expanses of exposed rock result from the arid environment, making it simple to comprehend the geology. Interested nature lovers can look forward to fascinating natural features, including folded rocks, enormous sand dunes, and abundant fossil beds from pre-Cambrian to recent geological periods. Eastern Morocco is home to fossilized trilobites, ammonites, and other ancient creatures like dinosaurs, coral, and shark teeth. Through excavations in Morocco, paleontologists have greatly enhanced the geological record