1.9" Quality Hastalis Mako Tooth Serrated Fossil Natural Miocene Age COA

Hastalis Mako (Isurus hastalis) was a large, fast-swimming shark that thrived during the Miocene epoch, around 11–5 million years ago. Growing up to 4 meters (13 feet) in length, it had a sleek, torpedo-shaped body, pointed snout, and sharp teeth designed for speed and precision. Fossil remains of Hastalis have been uncovered in many parts of the world, including the United States, Europe, and South America, highlighting its wide distribution in ancient oceans. As a powerful open-ocean predator, it hunted fish, squid, and even marine mammals, making it one of the dominant hunters of its time.

The teeth of Hastalis closely resemble those of modern mako sharks but are noticeably larger and more robust. Originally classified under the Isurus genus, it was later reclassified into a separate genus due to its distinct anatomical features. Today, Hastalis plays an important role in understanding the evolutionary history of sharks and provides valuable insight into the predator-prey dynamics of ancient marine ecosystems.