River Line SSSI facts for kids
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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| Area of Search | East Sussex |
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| Interest | Geological |
| Area | 2.2 hectares (5.4 acres) |
| Notification | 1997 |
| Location map | Magic Map |
River Line SSSI is a special place in East Sussex, England. SSSI stands for Site of Special Scientific Interest. This means it's protected because it has important natural features. River Line SSSI is south of Robertsbridge and covers about 2.2 hectares (which is about 5.4 acres). It was officially recognized as a special site in 1997.
What Makes River Line SSSI Special?
River Line SSSI is important for its geology. Geology is the study of Earth's rocks and how they were formed. This site is part of something called a Geological Conservation Review site. This means it's one of the best places in the country to see certain types of rocks and learn about Earth's past.
Exploring Ancient Rocks at River Line
At River Line SSSI, you can see layers of rocks called the Purbeck Beds. These rocks are very old! They formed during two ancient time periods:
- The Upper Jurassic period
- The Lower Cretaceous period
These periods were millions of years ago, long before humans existed.
What Can Rocks Tell Us About the Past?
The rock layers at River Line SSSI are like pages in a history book. They show us what the environment was like millions of years ago. Some parts of these rocks were formed in the sea. This means that at one time, this area was covered by water!
You can even find fossils in these rocks. Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient life. At River Line SSSI, scientists have found fossils of tiny creatures like ostracods and other crustaceans. Finding these fossils helps us understand what kind of animals lived here long ago and how the environment changed over time.
