1.6" Plesiosaur Zarafasaura Tooth Fossil Cretaceous Dinosaur Era COA, Stand

Location: Khouribga, Morocco

Weight: 0.3 Ounces

Dimensions: 1.6 Inches Long, 0.4 Inches Thick

Comes with a Certificate of  Authenticity.

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

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Plesiosaur Zarafasaura

Zarafasaura Oceanis belongs to the Elasmosauridae family, a group of long-necked marine reptiles. Its name combines Zarafa, Arabic for “giraffe,” and Saurus, Greek for “lizard,” while the species name translates to “daughter of the sea” in Latin. First described in 2011 by paleontologist Dr. Peggy Vincent and her team at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, Zarafasaura is known from incomplete skull fossils found in Morocco.

This carnivorous marine reptile reached approximately 23 feet (7 meters) in length and lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 72 to 66 million years ago. Its streamlined body and long neck allowed it to efficiently hunt fish and other marine animals, making it a top predator in its prehistoric ocean environment.

Plesiosauria, the larger family that includes Zarafasaura and Plesiosaurus, existed from 228 million to 61.6 million years ago. Fossil discoveries have documented 938 specimens, showing their diversity and wide distribution in ancient oceans. Popular artistic depictions often blur the lines between different plesiosaurs and are influenced by cryptozoid myths, such as the Loch Ness Monster.

Perfect for dinosaur enthusiasts, collectors, and educators, Zarafasaura Oceanis provides a fascinating glimpse into prehistoric marine ecosystems, predator-prey dynamics, and the evolution of long-necked marine reptiles.

Please be aware of the nature of fossils:

Being buried underground for millions of years under immense pressure can be harsh. No fossil emerges fully intact; most require some restoration, and some are even modified to improve their appearance. Moroccan workers excel at carefully excavating and preserving these natural treasures, though surface cracks are often visible. These cracks are natural features and are not viewed as flaws.