Marine reptile - Fossil skeleton - Mosasaurus sp. - 2 m

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Mosasaurus sp., a marine reptile from the Late Cretaceous (100.5–66 million years ago), a reconstructed fossil specimen from the Mer de Téthys, Morocco; composite treatment, about 2 m tall.

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Mosasaur Skeleton - 2m - Reconstructed fossil – Fossil from Morocco (Tethys Sea).

Rare fossil – Excellent quality – Late Cretaceous marine reptile

Magnificent mosasaur skeleton, a mythical marine predator that lived at the end of the Cretaceous, about 70 million years ago. This specimen comes from the famous fossil quarries of Morocco, remnants of the ancient Tethys Sea.

This exceptional piece constitutes a unique display artifact, ideal for collectors, galleries, and paleontology enthusiasts.

Specifications:
Species: Mosasaurus
Origin: Morocco – Tethys Sea
Object dimensions: approximately 1.85 m long x 0.62 m wide x 1 m high
Condition: Very good – reconstructed fossil, minor restorations
Piece from a private collection

Exceptional piece, a direct witness to a prehistoric marine predator that ruled the seas of the Cretaceous 82-66 million years ago.

With its powerful jaws and sharp teeth, it could crush fish, turtles and other marine reptiles.

Fast, agile and formidable, it was at the top of the food chain in the waters of the Tethys Sea.

Mosasaur Skeleton - 2m - Reconstructed fossil – Fossil from Morocco (Tethys Sea).

Rare fossil – Excellent quality – Late Cretaceous marine reptile

Magnificent mosasaur skeleton, a mythical marine predator that lived at the end of the Cretaceous, about 70 million years ago. This specimen comes from the famous fossil quarries of Morocco, remnants of the ancient Tethys Sea.

This exceptional piece constitutes a unique display artifact, ideal for collectors, galleries, and paleontology enthusiasts.

Specifications:
Species: Mosasaurus
Origin: Morocco – Tethys Sea
Object dimensions: approximately 1.85 m long x 0.62 m wide x 1 m high
Condition: Very good – reconstructed fossil, minor restorations
Piece from a private collection

Exceptional piece, a direct witness to a prehistoric marine predator that ruled the seas of the Cretaceous 82-66 million years ago.

With its powerful jaws and sharp teeth, it could crush fish, turtles and other marine reptiles.

Fast, agile and formidable, it was at the top of the food chain in the waters of the Tethys Sea.

Details

Number of items
1
Specimen
Marine reptile
Scientific name
Mosasaurus sp.
Country of Origin
Tethys Sea - Current Morocco
Geological Period
Cretaceous, Upper (100.5 - 66 million years)
Condition
Reconstructed
Treatment
Composite
Height
2 m
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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Objects sold
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