Middle Miocene




The Middle Miocene is a sub-epoch of the Miocene Epoch made up of two stages: the Langhian and Serravallian stages. The Middle Miocene is preceded by the Early Miocene.


The sub-epoch lasted from 15.97 ± 0.05 Ma to 11.608 ± 0.005 Ma (million years ago). During this period, a sharp drop in global temperatures took place. This event is known as the Middle Miocene Climate Transition.


For the purposes of establishing European Land Mammal Ages this sub-epoch is equivalent to the Astaracian age.



External links


  • GeoWhen Database - Middle Miocene










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