Haman Formation
| Haman Formation | |
|---|---|
| Stratigraphic range: Albian-Cenomanian ~ | |
| Type | Geological formation |
| Unit of | Hayang Group |
| Underlies | Jindong & Banyawol Formations |
| Overlies | Silla Conglomerate, Hagbong volcanics |
| Lithology | |
| Primary | Sandstone |
| Other | Siltstone, shale |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 35°48′N 128°48′E / 35.8°N 128.8°E |
| Approximate paleocoordinates | 44°24′N 125°12′E / 44.4°N 125.2°E |
| Region | Gyeongsangnam-do |
| Country | South Korea |
| Extent | Gyeongsang Basin |
Haman Formation (South Korea) | |
The Haman Formation (Korean: 함안층; Hanja: 咸安層; RR: Ham-an-cheung) is a Cretaceous geological formation in South Korea. It is dated to the Albian-Cenomanian stages, between 105.4 ± 0.4 Ma and 95.7 ± 0.6 Ma. The deposit is known for its tracks, including those of dinosaurs, pterosaurs and birds. It overlies the Silla Conglomerate which overlies the Chilgok Formation. It is laterally equivalent to the Sagog Formation.