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Wisconsin's state fossil, Calymene celebra

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The Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey (WGNHS) has been serving Wisconsin for over 100 years. Part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, we provide objective scientific information about the geology, mineral resources, and water resources of Wisconsin.

WGNHS has reopened its offices as of July 6, 2021, in accordance with guidelines from the Division of Extension and UW–Madison.
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