Mosasaur - Fossil tooth - Mosasaurus Thalassotitan atrox - 13.3 cm

Scientific Name: Thalassotitan atrox (Mosasauridae) Location: Morocco Era/Stage: Late Cretaceous Size: Length of 13.3 cm A specimen of great girth and imposing presence Description of the fossil: Spectacular complete tooth of Thalassotitan atrox, one of the largest and most powerful mosasaurs of the Cretaceous. This specimen reaches a truly exceptional size, well above the species' usual average. The piece stands out for its great thickness, its robust shape, and its pristine aesthetics. It is a completely natural tooth, with no restorations, and additionally rooted, a feature extremely rare in mosasaurs due to the fragility of the basal region. Its preservation is outstanding, with high-quality enamel and a visual presence that makes it a centerpiece in any serious collection. From Morocco, one of the world's most important mosasaur fossil sites. Restoration: No restoration; completely natural piece REF: 3573

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