Mud Stone Collection

Sample of shale. Shale is a dense sedimentary rock that forms when layers of mud are buried and compressed. Mud is largely composed of clay particles

Arches National Park - Balanced Rock, Entrada Sandstone resting on mudstone known as Dewey Bridge or Carmel formation which weathers more quickly

The dramatic heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks of Hartland Quay - north Devon - UK
ROG-14311 The dramatic heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks Hartland Quay - north Devon - UK Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

View of coastline with heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks with surf, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Heavily folded sandstone and mudstone rocks, Hartland Quay, North Devon, England, may

Fossilized moth in mud-stone
Fossil moth. A fossilized moth preserved in mud- stone. Fossilization occurs when an organism is buried and its body structures are slowly replaced by minerals

Fossilised leaf in mudstone
Fossil leaf. View of a fossil leaf in mudstone. The study of fossils is a major source of information about the conditions which prevailed on prehistoric Earth

Fossil sea scorpion or Eurypterid
Fossil sea scorpion or eurypterid in a mudstone deposit. Sea scorpions are an extinct group of arthropods which lived from the Ordovician to the Permian periods (500 to 225 million years ago)

Eroded glacial landscape, British Columbi
Eroded glacial landscape. These multi-coloured pyroclastic (formed from volcanic eruptions) beds and sandstone and mudstone layers were eroded by glacial movements 12, 000 years ago

Fossilised crab in a mudstone deposit
Fossil crab in a mudstone deposit. Crabs belong to the Decapoda order of the subphylum Crustacea. Crabs first appeared in the Jurassic period (195- 136 million years ago)

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"Nature's Artistry: The Magnificent Mudstone Rocks of Hartland Quay" Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Hartland Quay, located in the picturesque north Devon region of the UK. Here, nature has crafted a dramatic landscape adorned with heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks that will leave you awe-inspired. As the sunrise casts its golden light upon Death Valley National Park in California, USA, it illuminates the eroded mudstone formations. These intricate patterns carved by time tell a story of ancient geological forces at work. Journey to Arches National Park and witness an incredible sight - Balanced Rock precariously perched atop layers of Entrada Sandstone resting on mudstone known as Dewey Bridge or Carmel formation. This natural wonder is a testament to the delicate balance between strength and fragility found in our planet's rocky foundations. Back at Hartland Quay, waves crash against the heavily-folded sandstone and mudstone rocks, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. With each ebb and flow, these resilient formations stand tall against the relentless power of the ocean. Marvel at Mother Nature's preservation skills as you stumble upon fossilized treasures within mud-stone. A moth frozen in time or a delicate leaf forever captured – these remnants from Earth's past remind us of life's enduring legacy etched into every layer. Whether gazing out over North Devon's coastline or exploring national parks across continents, let your senses be captivated by this remarkable combination of sandstone and mud-stone, and is here that nature showcases its artistic prowess through stunning folds, erosion patterns, and timeless fossils – reminding us all that beauty can be found even within Earth’s humblest materials.