BGS Rock Classification Scheme
Guano - A type of phosphorite. It is a phosphate-rich deposit formed from the excrement of birds or bats. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 4.2 and fig. 8.
| Code | GUANO |
|---|---|
| Description | Guano - A type of phosphorite. It is a phosphate-rich deposit formed from the excrement of birds or bats. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 4.2 and fig. 8. |
| Qualifiers | No qualifiers currently exist. |
| Definition | Phosphorite sedimentary rock with >50% phosphates of calcium, aluminium or iron dominantly formed from the faeces of birds or bats |
| Linked data | http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/GUANO |
CAVEAT
"Thumbnail" definitions attached to some of the table entries are an interim attempt to provide simple short descriptions of the "unqualified" rock types presented within the BGS Rock Classification Scheme. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and consistency but minor contradictions or omissions might be present. The BGS welcomes any feedback pointing out such minor imperfections and/or providing constructive comment and suggestions for improvement of the definitions. In the first instance such feedback should be directed to Dr Tim McCormick.