3" Saber Toothed Herring Fossil Vertebrae Enchodus Cretaceous Age Niobrara FM Kansas

Location: Niobrara Formation, Gove County, Kansas

Weight: 1.3 Ounces

Dimensions: 3 Inches Long, 0.9 Inches Wide, 0.7 Inches Thick

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Late Cretaceous through to the Eocene, 100 million to 50 million years ago

Enchodus is an extinct genus of predatory fish from the Late Cretaceous period. These fish are characterized by their elongated bodies, sharp teeth, and large eyes, indicating they were effective hunters in ancient seas. Fossils of Enchodus are found in marine deposits worldwide, showing they were widespread and successful predators. Their body shape was streamlined, similar to modern barracudas, with teeth adapted for catching small fish. The large eyes suggest they hunted in low-light conditions or at night, likely relying on speed and agility to ambush prey and strike quickly. Fossils have been found in North America, Europe, Africa, and South America, demonstrating Enchodus’s broad distribution across various marine environments. Their extinction, at the end of the Cretaceous, likely resulted from environmental changes or competition with other species, though the exact cause remains uncertain predators.

Please be aware of the nature of fossils:

Being buried under tons of earth for millions of years under intense pressure can be quite rough. Rarely does a fossil emerge intact and perfect. Most fossils require some restoration, and some are even modified by humans to improve their appearance in various ways. Workers in the United States do a highly professional job in excavating and preserving these natural treasures. However, natural cracks are often visible on the surface, which are a part of the fossil's natural beauty and not considered flaws.