Mosasaurus Tooth

Size: 5x4x13 cms

Weight: 214 grams

Location: Khouribga, Morocco

Product Description:

 A fossilized tooth of Mosasaurus, a massive prehistoric marine reptile, showcasing its distinctive shape and texture, from the Late Cretaceous period.

Geological Information:

- Location: Khouribga, Morocco (notably in the Ouled Abdoun Basin)
- Type: Mosasaurus tooth (a type of extinct marine reptile)
- Age: Late Cretaceous period, approximately 70-65 million years old
- Formation: Marine deposits, specifically in the Ouled Abdoun Phosphatic Formation
- Fossilization Process: Rapid burial and compression in a marine environment, preserving the tooth's shape and structure
- Hardness: Varies, depending on the surrounding rock (typically phosphate-rich sedimentary rocks)
- Distinctive Features: Distinctive triangular shape, serrated edges, and a conical root, characteristic of Mosasaurus teeth.

This description highlights the scientific significance and geological context of the Mosasaurus Tooth Fossil, showcasing its importance as a fossil specimen from the Late Cretaceous period. The Ouled Abdoun Basin in Morocco is renowned for its exceptional fossil preservation, providing valuable insights into ancient marine life.

Note: Mosasaurus was a massive carnivorous marine reptile that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, and its fossilized teeth are highly prized by collectors and researchers alike.