Usgaon–Bondla Mafic-Ultramafic Complex Rockhounding & Mineral Guide
Usgaon–Bondla Mafic-Ultramafic Complex is a documented Goa geological or mineral locality/context. Reported interests include Chromite, Magnetite, Olivine, Pyroxene, Talc, Serpentine, Peridotite, Troctolite, Metagabbro. Access status: Collecting status not confirmed.
What is documented here?
Goa University-hosted research describes the Bondla layered mafic-ultramafic complex at Usgaon, including peridotite, gabbronorite, chromitite, pyroxenite and troctolite horizons.
Can you collect here?
The geological or mineral occurrence is documented, but recreational collecting permission is not established. Verify land ownership, mineral rights and current Goa rules before removing material.
The mineral/geological occurrence is documented, but occurrence evidence alone does not establish a general recreational right to remove material.
Before visiting
Confirm exact land access, mineral/mining rights, protected-area or coastal-zone status, local restrictions and any permission required before collecting.
Related Goa localities
Usgaon Chromite & PGM Research Context Goa Magnetite Resource Context Chapora River Bauxite / Laterite Context Mopa Bauxite Occurrence Area