XL 2.1" Saber Toothed Herring Fossil Fang Enchodus Libycus Cretaceous COA Stand
Location: Oued Zem, Morocco
Weight: 0.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.1 Inches Long, 0.7 Inches Wide, 0.4 Inches Thick
Comes with a free Acrylic Base. (Stand) & Mineral Tack.
Comes with a free Certificate of Authenticity.
The item pictured is the item you will receive.
This is a genuine Tooth fossil.
Late Cretaceous through to the Eocene, 100 million to 50 million years ago
Often called the Saber-toothed herring, Enchodus is actually more closely related to salmon. Its sharp teeth were ideal for catching small, slippery prey like fish and squid, set in a wide-open mouth. These characteristics show that while the teeth were excellent for grabbing prey, they weren’t built to tear off smaller pieces. Instead, after spearing its catch, Enchodus likely used quick jaw movements to maneuver and consume its prey effectively.
Please be aware of the nature of fossils:
Being buried under the ground for millions of years under tons of pressure tends to be rough. No fossil comes out of the ground whole and perfect. Most fossils have undergone some restoration, while others are altered by man simply to enhance their presentation in different ways. The workers in Morocco do a very professional job of unearthing and preserving these natural treasures; however, commonly, natural cracks are visible on the surface. These are part of the natural beauty of the fossil and are not considered defects.
