Whale - Fossil vertebra bone - Balaenoptera acutorostrata





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Description from the seller
Scientific Name: Balaenoptera acutorostrata
Location: California
Stage: Miocene (approximately between 23 and 5 million years ago)
Size: 7 cm
Fossil description
Large fossil vertebra belonging to an individual of Balaenoptera acutorostrata, a species of cetacean known as the white-beaked rorqual. This specimen comes from Miocene deposits in California and is in excellent condition, with well-defined anatomical details. Its surface shows homogeneous mineralization without visible fractures. Ideal for collectors or scientific display.
Restoration: Completely natural piece, with no restorations.
ref: 2264
Seller's Story
Scientific Name: Balaenoptera acutorostrata
Location: California
Stage: Miocene (approximately between 23 and 5 million years ago)
Size: 7 cm
Fossil description
Large fossil vertebra belonging to an individual of Balaenoptera acutorostrata, a species of cetacean known as the white-beaked rorqual. This specimen comes from Miocene deposits in California and is in excellent condition, with well-defined anatomical details. Its surface shows homogeneous mineralization without visible fractures. Ideal for collectors or scientific display.
Restoration: Completely natural piece, with no restorations.
ref: 2264

