Neslen Formation

The Neslen Formation is a geologic formation in Utah. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period. It has been exploited for coal.^[1] The Kaiparowits Formation is closely associated.^[1]

Skull of Rhinorex condrupus from the Neslen Formation of Utah

Neslen Formation
Stratigraphic range: Cretaceous
Type	Formation
Lithology
Other	Coal
Location
Region	Utah
Country	United States

Only two specimens have been reported from the formation. The first is a diagnostic tyrannosaur foot, the second being the type and only specimen of Rhinorex.^[1]

See also

• Earth sciences portal
• Utah portal
• Paleontology portal

• List of fossiliferous stratigraphic units in Utah
• Paleontology in Utah