1.7" Suchomimus Fossil Tooth Cretaceous Spinosaurid Dinosaur Elraz FM Niger COA
Location: Elrhaz Formation, Tenere Desert, Niger, Africa
Weight: 0.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 1.7 Inches Long, 0.6 Inches Wide, 0.4 Inches Thick
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Suchomimus is a genus of large theropod dinosaurs that lived in the Early Cretaceous period, around 112 to 93.5 million years ago. It is a member of the Spinosauridae family, which also includes famous dinosaurs like Spinosaurus and Baryonyx. Suchomimus was initially found in the Republic of Niger.
One of the most distinctive features of Suchomimus is its long, narrow snout filled with numerous sharp teeth. These teeth were adapted for catching and holding onto slippery prey, indicating that Suchomimus was likely a piscivorous dinosaur, primarily feeding on fish. The teeth of Suchomimus are conical in shape and slightly recurved, meaning they curve backward slightly.
Paleontologists have thoroughly analyzed Suchomimus teeth to gain a better understanding of its feeding behavior and ecological role. The shape and structure of the teeth offer important clues about this dinosaur’s diet and way of life. Typically measuring about 10 centimeters (4 inches) in length, the teeth feature serrated edges that helped the dinosaur grasp slippery prey.
