Species: Dromaeosaur indet - family Dromaeosauridae - Theropod raptor Dinosaur PREMAXILLARY Tooth Age: Late Cretaceous, Campanian stage, (~79-75 Million Years) Location: Private Ranch in Montana, USA Formation: Judith River Formation Size: 7,3 mm Ref. S219 DESCRIPTION: Dromaeosaur teeth from the Judith River Formation are from the Late Cretaceous period and belong to feathered, raptor-like dinosaurs such as Dromaeosaurus and Saurornitholestes. These teeth are typically small, sharp, and serrated, ideal for a diet of small animals like lizards, mammals, and baby dinosaurs. Key identification features include a distinctive twist in the anterior carina and serrations that can be finer on the front edge than the back. Characteristics of dromaeosaur teeth from the Judith River Formation Classification: The teeth come from small, fast theropod dinosaurs known as dromaeosaurs, or "raptors". Period: They are from the Campanian stage of the Late Cretaceous, approximately 79-75 million years ago. Diet: These dinosaurs were predators that fed on small animals, and their teeth were equipped for this purpose. Distinctive features: Serrated edges: The teeth have serrations along the edges, which are like tiny teeth themselves. Twisted carina: A key feature is a twist in the anterior carina (the ridge running along the front edge of the tooth). Serration density: Serrations can be finer on the front edge (approx. 22 per 5mm) than on the back edge (approx. 17 per 5mm). Multiple species: The formation contains teeth from different dromaeosaur species, including the more robust Dromaeosaurus and the more slender Saurornitholestes. Observations about this specimen: Its morphology corresponds with a premaxillary tooth. A true rarity. Tiny jewel perfect for the most discerning fine professional collectors. The tooth comes stored in a display box. IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFORMATION: Our company is based in the USA, but our headquarters and products are located in Europe. Therefore, ALL PRODUCTS WILL BE SHIPPED FROM EUROPE. Consequently, any European customer will receive their shipment without any import charges, as it will be an intra-community shipment. For customers in the USA: Shipments will be made via UPS from Europe, and in this case, we will be responsible for any import charges. These will be paid online by us before the package arrives. Therefore, US customers will not pay any import fees. For the rest of the world: We are not responsible for any import charges applicable to the destination country.