Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California The colors in this specimen

The colors in this specimen are just amazing

Some specimens have been found weighing hundreds of pounds

This mineral is often used in many manufacturing processes and home projects

Location: Mibladen District

In Great Britain during the 18th century

Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California The colors in this specimenSize: 3. 6 x 2. 5 x 0. 7 in. Crab Size: 0. 9 in. Weight: 2. 8 oz Age: Middle Miocene Fossil Type & Species: Compression & Pinnixia galliheri Location: Monterey Formation, Carmel, California This cute little one is a great example of the fossils found in the Monterey Formation. Because they lived in a coastal environment, they are often found alongside other fossil fish, pine cones, and palm fronds. The natural orange coloring is due to iron oxide