Fossil molar of Mammuthus primigenius - Pleistocene epoch. - Fossil tooth - Woolly Mammoth "Mammuthus Primigenius" - 430 mm - 240 mm

This extraordinary molar belongs to Mammuthus primigenius, commonly known as the woolly mammoth, an iconic species of the Pleistocene (about 400,000 to 10,000 years ago). These giant mammals were perfectly adapted to the cold climates of the Eurasian and North American steppe-tundra, as evidenced by their thick fur coat, layers of subcutaneous fat, and specialized dentition.
The molar reflects the extraordinary adaptive capabilities of the Woolly Mammoth. The multiple, thin, and parallel dental lamellae were designed to grind and crush tough, fibrous plants typical of the cold and arid ecosystems of the Ice Age. This molar features a high number of lamellae, indicating a highly abrasive diet.
In an adult animal, probably in full reproductive age, the fossil shows excellent preservation, a testament to long-term fossilization that occurred under stable geological conditions.
Mounted on a wood and metal support, this artifact is perfectly suited for exhibitions in private collections. The Mammuthus Primigenius is one of the best-known prehistoric animals thanks to numerous frozen discoveries in Siberian permafrost.