Marine reptile - Fossil plate matrix - Keichousaurus hui - 14 cm - 9 cm
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Scientific name Keichousaurus hui; Specimen: marine reptile; Geological Period: Triassic; Condition: Natural; Size: 14 cm high, 9 cm wide, 0.5 cm deep; Weight: 170 g; in grey shale matrix.
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Keichousaurus sp. Fossil – Triassic Period – China
An elegant fossil of Keichousaurus, a small marine reptile from the Triassic period, approximately 230 million years old. This species, characterized by its elongated body, paddle-like limbs, and distinctive tail, lived in shallow coastal and lagoon environments and is among the earliest known marine reptiles.
The specimen shows fine skeletal detail, with the skull, spine, and limbs beautifully preserved within the grey shale matrix. The fossil measures 10.9 × 2.3 cm and represents a delicate and scientifically valuable example of Triassic life.
Named after the Keichow (Guizhou) province in China, where the first discoveries were made in 1957, Keichousaurus offers an important glimpse into the early adaptation of reptiles to aquatic habitats.
A refined and genuine piece, ideal for fossil collectors or as an educational and decorative natural history specimen.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
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Keichousaurus sp. Fossil – Triassic Period – China
An elegant fossil of Keichousaurus, a small marine reptile from the Triassic period, approximately 230 million years old. This species, characterized by its elongated body, paddle-like limbs, and distinctive tail, lived in shallow coastal and lagoon environments and is among the earliest known marine reptiles.
The specimen shows fine skeletal detail, with the skull, spine, and limbs beautifully preserved within the grey shale matrix. The fossil measures 10.9 × 2.3 cm and represents a delicate and scientifically valuable example of Triassic life.
Named after the Keichow (Guizhou) province in China, where the first discoveries were made in 1957, Keichousaurus offers an important glimpse into the early adaptation of reptiles to aquatic habitats.
A refined and genuine piece, ideal for fossil collectors or as an educational and decorative natural history specimen.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
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Specimen
Marine reptile
Scientific name
Keichousaurus hui
Geological Period
Triassic (251.9 - 201.3 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
170 g
Height
14 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
0.5 cm
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