Spinosaur - Fossilised claw - Spinosaurus Aegyptiacus - 9.5 cm - 4 cm

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Spinosaurus aegyptiacus fossil claw specimen from the Kem Kem Beds near Taouz, Morocco, dating to the Late Cretaceous (Upper) about 100 million years ago; natural condition; height 9.5 cm, width 4 cm, depth 2.7 cm; original authenticity.

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For sale: a fossil foot claw attributed to Spinosaurus aegyptiacus, one of the most iconic predatory dinosaurs from the Cretaceous. This impressive theropod lived in what is now North Africa and was distinguished by its elongated skull, conical teeth, and distinctive sail on its back.

Spinosaurus aegyptiacus was an exceptional predatory dinosaur highly adapted to a habitat with rivers and other water-rich areas. Its anatomy made it one of the most unusual large theropods to have ever lived.

The claw is from the famous Kem Kem beds, south of Taouz in Morocco. This locality is worldwide known for its rich fossil assemblage, including remains of large predatory dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals.

H Origin & Dating

• Species: Spinosaurus aegyptiacus
• Type: Fossil foot claw
• Geological Formation: Kem Kem Group
• Locality: Kem Kem beds, south of Taouz, Morocco
• Period: Cretaceous
• Age: approximately 100 million years old, depending on the exact layer

INFORMATION CARD INCLUDED

The fossil is supplied with the accompanying information card, which lists the provided scientific name, geological period, and origin.

A HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE OBJECT

Claws from large theropod dinosaurs are sought-after items within the paleontological collecting world. An specimen attributed to Spinosaurus aegyptiacus forms an interesting addition to a collection of Cretaceous fossils and Kem Kem beds.

A nice addition for collectors of predatory dinosaurs, fossil claws, and prehistoric fauna from North Africa.

Dimensions: 9.5 cm

Origin: Kem Kem beds, Taouz, Morocco.

Best regards,
@Kaya_Fossils

For sale: a fossil foot claw attributed to Spinosaurus aegyptiacus, one of the most iconic predatory dinosaurs from the Cretaceous. This impressive theropod lived in what is now North Africa and was distinguished by its elongated skull, conical teeth, and distinctive sail on its back.

Spinosaurus aegyptiacus was an exceptional predatory dinosaur highly adapted to a habitat with rivers and other water-rich areas. Its anatomy made it one of the most unusual large theropods to have ever lived.

The claw is from the famous Kem Kem beds, south of Taouz in Morocco. This locality is worldwide known for its rich fossil assemblage, including remains of large predatory dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals.

H Origin & Dating

• Species: Spinosaurus aegyptiacus
• Type: Fossil foot claw
• Geological Formation: Kem Kem Group
• Locality: Kem Kem beds, south of Taouz, Morocco
• Period: Cretaceous
• Age: approximately 100 million years old, depending on the exact layer

INFORMATION CARD INCLUDED

The fossil is supplied with the accompanying information card, which lists the provided scientific name, geological period, and origin.

A HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE OBJECT

Claws from large theropod dinosaurs are sought-after items within the paleontological collecting world. An specimen attributed to Spinosaurus aegyptiacus forms an interesting addition to a collection of Cretaceous fossils and Kem Kem beds.

A nice addition for collectors of predatory dinosaurs, fossil claws, and prehistoric fauna from North Africa.

Dimensions: 9.5 cm

Origin: Kem Kem beds, Taouz, Morocco.

Best regards,
@Kaya_Fossils

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Spinosaur
Scientific name
Spinosaurus Aegyptiacus
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Cretaceous, Upper (100.5 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Height
9.5 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
2.7 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
11
Objects sold
Private

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