Fossil Parareptile in nodule - Fossil mortality plate - Barasaurus besairiei - 14.5 cm - 5.7 cm
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Barasaurus besairiei fossil parareptile specimen in a nodule from Madagascar, dating to the Permian, Lopingian, in natural condition.
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Beautiful Barasaurus Fossil Nodule – Positive & Negative Pair
This remarkable fossil nodule contains two partially preserved specimens of Barasaurus besairiei, an extinct procolophonoid parareptile from the Late Permian–Early Triassic of Madagascar.
The nodule opens into a positive and negative pair, each revealing different anatomical details.
The preservation highlights the delicate skeletal structure of these small parareptiles, offering an exceptional glimpse into early post-Permian terrestrial life.
Fossils of Barasaurus are scientifically important and rarely encountered outside Madagascar, making this specimen a valuable addition for collectors, researchers, and educational displays.
A unique and highly displayable piece of vertebrate paleontology.
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.
Beautiful Barasaurus Fossil Nodule – Positive & Negative Pair
This remarkable fossil nodule contains two partially preserved specimens of Barasaurus besairiei, an extinct procolophonoid parareptile from the Late Permian–Early Triassic of Madagascar.
The nodule opens into a positive and negative pair, each revealing different anatomical details.
The preservation highlights the delicate skeletal structure of these small parareptiles, offering an exceptional glimpse into early post-Permian terrestrial life.
Fossils of Barasaurus are scientifically important and rarely encountered outside Madagascar, making this specimen a valuable addition for collectors, researchers, and educational displays.
A unique and highly displayable piece of vertebrate paleontology.
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.
Details
Specimen
Fossil Parareptile in nodule
Scientific name
Barasaurus besairiei
Country of Origin
Region of the Isalo, Madagascar
Geological Period
Permian, Lopingian (259.1 - 251.9 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
415 g
Height
14.5 cm
Width
5.7 cm
Depth
3.3 cm
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