Rare fossil stolen from Burgess Shale

August 29, 2001
Source: Banff Crag and Canyon
Original story - link not found on October 15, 2004
By Cathy Ellis

A rare and valuable fossil has been stolen from the world-famous Burgess Shale and authorities believe it may be sold on the black market to a private collector. The unique ottoia — a small worm — valued at more than $25,000 was embedded in a large, heavy rock and was taken sometime between Aug. 17 and 18 from the Walcott Quarry.

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