1.2" Extinct Cave Bear Ursus Spelaeus Pre-Molar Tooth Rooted Pleistocene Age COA

Location: Romania

Weight: 0.4 Ounces 

Dimensions: 1.2 Inches Long, 1.1 Inches Wide, 0.8 Inches Thick

Comes with a free Acrylic Base (Stand) & Mineral Tack.

Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The item pictured is the one you will receive.  

Ursus spelaeus, the Cave Bear, was one of the largest bears that lived in Europe during the Ice Age, disappearing around 24,000 years ago. Fossils discovered in caves, such as teeth and skull fragments, tell the story of their life, diet, and unique behaviors. Ursus spelaeus had strong teeth designed for chewing tough plants, though it sometimes ate other foods too.

Unlike modern bears, Cave Bears spent their entire lives in caves, using them for shelter, hibernation, and raising young. These giant bears inspired stories and legends in early European folklore, as people discovered massive bones and imagined dragons or monsters.

This rooted incisor, accompanied by provenance documentation and a display stand, provides an exciting way for children and students to learn about the Ice Age, prehistoric life, and the role of megafauna in ancient ecosystems. Hands-on displays help illustrate the size, diet, and habitat of Ursus spelaeus, connecting young learners directly to Europe’s Pleistocene past.