Ash Hollow Formation


The Ash Hollow Formation of the Ogallala Group is a geological formation found in Nebraska and South Dakota. It preserves fossils dating back to the Neogene period. It was named after Ash [Hollow, Nebraska] and can be seen in Ash [Hollow State Historical Park]. Ashfall [Fossil Beds State Historical Park] is within this formation.

Fossil content

Mammals

Bats

Carnivorans

Eulipotyphlans

Lagomorphs

Rodents

Ungulates

Proboscideans

Reptiles

Birds

Crocodilians

Squamates

Testudines

Amphibians

Plants