The Las Sierras Formation is a geologic formation in Nicaragua. It preserves fossils dating back to the Pleistocene period.[1]

Las Sierras Formation
Stratigraphic range: Pleistocene
TypeFormation
Lithology
PrimaryVolcaniclastic
Location
Coordinates12°18′N 86°00′W / 12.3°N 86.0°W / 12.3; -86.0
Approximate paleocoordinates12°18′N 85°54′W / 12.3°N 85.9°W / 12.3; -85.9
RegionManagua Department
Country Nicaragua
Las Sierras Formation is located in Nicaragua
Las Sierras Formation
Las Sierras Formation (Nicaragua)

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Further reading

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  • S. G. Lucas, R. Garcia, E. Espinoza, G. E. Alvarado, L. H de Mendoza and E. Vega. 2008. The fossil mammals of Nicaragua. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science Bulletin 44:417-429