3.5" Basilosaurus Vertebrae Fossil Prehistoric Whale 34 Mil Yrs Old Late Eocene COA
Location: Dakhla, Western Sahara, South Morocco
Weight: 9.1 Ounces
Dimensions: 3.5 Inches Long, 3.1 Inches Wide, 2.7 Inches Thick (Matrix)
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Name: Basilosaurus (King Lizard).
Diet: Piscivore/Carnivore.
Size: Estimated between 50 Feet to 70 feet
Known locations: North Africa
Time period: Late Eocene Period, 40 to 34 Million Years Ago
Basilosaurus was a prehistoric whale that lived 40–34 million years ago during the Late Eocene. First discovered in the 19th century in the United States, it was initially mistaken for a reptile—hence its name, meaning “king lizard.” This massive whale grew to about 70 feet long and weighed around 15 tons, longer than a semi-trailer and as heavy as a cruise ship anchor.
A carnivore, Basilosaurus had strong jaws and teeth capable of delivering about 2,300 pounds of bite force, enabling it to hunt large fish, smaller whales, and other prey.
