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Summary

In this video, Muhammadan Fadlillah, the head of the Bumiayu Archaeological Museum, shares the discovery of elephant tusk fossils found during a geological survey. The fossils were uncovered at the boundary between two formations near the Kalibiu and Kaligaga regions. The area revealed sediment layers containing marine mollusks and terrestrial fossils, suggesting a transition from sea to land. After consultations and permissions, a team, with local farmers, excavated the site, preserving the tusks. The fossils are now conserved at the Bumiayu Museum, where visitors can view this remarkable discovery.

Takeaways

• 😀 Muhammadan Fadlillah (Bildan) is the head of Museum Purbakala in Bumiayu.
• 😀 The discovery of the elephant tusk fossil occurred during geological mapping in the Kalibium-Kaligaga formation.
• 😀 The tusk was found near a boundary of sediment layers, including marine mollusks, which indicated a sea-to-land transition.
• 😀 The area where the tusk was discovered showed traces of both marine and terrestrial fossils, like land mollusks and leaf fossils.
• 😀 The tusk was found on a layer of black clay and crossbedded sandstone, suggesting a floodplain environment.
• 😀 The fossilized tusk was relatively intact, providing important scientific information about the past ecosystem.
• 😀 The excavation team consulted with museum colleagues and BRIN members before proceeding with the excavation.
• 😀 Local residents, including two farmers from the area, assisted in the excavation of the tusk.
• 😀 The tusk discovery was preserved to prevent looting, as the site was accessible to the public and nearby roads.
• 😀 After excavation, the tusk was transported to Museum Purbakala Bumiayu, where it is now conserved and displayed for public viewing.

Q & A

Who is the speaker in the video, and what is their role?

The speaker is Muhammadan Fadlillah, commonly known as Bildan. He is the head of the Museum Purbakala in Bumiayu.

What was the main discovery made by the speaker?

The speaker discovered an elephant tusk fossil while conducting geological mapping and surveys near the boundary between the Kalibium and Kaliglaga formations.

What geological features were observed at the discovery site?

At the discovery site, the speaker observed sedimentary rock layers containing marine mollusks, flaster sediment structures, and carbonaceous clay that indicated a transition from sea to land.

How was the area where the tusk was found characterized?

The area where the tusk was found was characterized by clayey, carbonaceous deposits and evidence of terrestrial mollusks, suggesting it was once a floodplain or a transition zone between aquatic and terrestrial environments.

What did the speaker find above the layer containing the tusk?

Above the layer containing the tusk, the speaker found sandstone, and fragments of the elephant tusk were discovered embedded in it.

How was the tusk fossil preserved?

The tusk fossil was relatively well-preserved, and it was found in a location that prevented significant transport, keeping it relatively intact and white in color.

What precautions were taken after the tusk was discovered?

After the discovery, the speaker consulted with museum colleagues and members of BRIN (National Research and Innovation Agency) to ensure that the site was not tampered with. The team then decided to carry out an excavation.

How was the excavation carried out?

The excavation was conducted over two days, with the team including local villagers and permission from the landowner, Haji Sehu. The excavation was overseen by museum staff and experts.

What was the outcome of the excavation?

The tusk was successfully excavated and is now being conserved at the Museum Purbakala in Bumiayu.

Where can the public view the discovered tusk fossil?

The public can view the tusk fossil at the Museum Purbakala in Bumiayu.