This is a beautiful large fossil Phytosaur tooth from the Triassic Redonda Formation of Quay County, New Mexico! The tooth is in fantastic condition with great serrations, a partial root, and zero repair or restoration! It measures .85 inches (2.17 cm) and comes in a double sided clear display case for easy transport and display!
Phytosaurs are a group of prehistoric, mostly semi-aquatic reptiles that lived during the Triassic Period more than 200 million years ago. They were uncannily similar to crocodiles in appearance, size, and biology despite the two groups being less closely related than elephants and sloths! This phenomenon is called convergent evolution. Unlike crocodiles, Phytosaur’s nostrils were near their eyes, they had armor on their backs and bellies, and often serrated teeth. Like crocodiles, they would wait by the water’s edge to ambush prey which would have included some of the very first dinosaurs!
Makes a great gift for dinosaur, fossil, and science enthusiasts! This is a great opportunity to own a piece of a strange and very early prehistoric reptile at a price that won't break the bank!
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Species: Phytosaur
Size: .85 inches (2.17 cm)
Found: Quay County, New Mexico
Formation: Redonda Formation
Age: Triassic 221 - 206 million years
Repair: none