1.2" Suchomimus Fossil Tooth Cretaceous Spinosaurid Dinosaur Elraz FM Niger COA
Location: Elrhaz Formation, Tenere Desert, Niger, Africa
Weight: 0.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 1.2 Inches Long, 0.4 Inches Wide, 0.4 Inches Thick
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Suchomimus is a genus of large theropod dinosaur that lived during the Early Cretaceous period, approximately 112 to 93.5 million years ago. It belongs to the family Spinosauridae, which includes other well-known dinosaurs such as Spinosaurus and Baryonyx. Suchomimus was first discovered in the Republic of Niger.
A defining characteristic of Suchomimus is its elongated, narrow snout densely packed with sharp teeth specialized for seizing and retaining slippery prey, supporting its classification as a primarily piscivorous dinosaur. These teeth are conical with a slight posterior curvature, traits that have been scrutinized by paleontologists to elucidate their feeding strategies and ecological role. Typically measuring about 10 centimeters (4 inches) in length, the serrated edges of the teeth would have enhanced grip on slippery prey, offering critical insight into the dietary habits and behavioral ecology of this Cretaceous spinosaurid.