Marine Reptile Fossil – Tethysaurus nopcsai 19cm | Cretaceous Morocco Ammonite

Marine Reptile Fossil – Tethysaurus nopcsai 19cm | Cretaceous Morocco AmmoniteTuronian Stage (~88 million years ago) Morocco This authentic Tethysaurus nopcsai fossil originates from the Turonian stage of the Late Cretaceous, approximately 88 million years ago. Discovered in Morocco, it represents an early marine reptile closely related to the first mosasaurs that inhabited the ancient Tethys Ocean. The specimen reflects the streamlined anatomy and adaptations of a fast moving marine predator. Preserved in natural condition, it

000 years and represents subfossilized tree resin rather than fully fossilized amber

it represents an extinct predatory fish that once inhabited the warm marine environments of prehistoric North Africa

offering a clear view of ancient plant material preserved through deep time

3cm• Formation: Fossil ammonite shell transformed into iridescent gemstone

Each natural ridge and preserved enamel texture tells the story of this legendary hunter

the jaw displays solid bone structure and natural surface texture shaped by time and burial conditions

3 Mya)• Origin: Goulmima

Chondrites are among the oldest materials in the solar system

Clear knapping patterns and a balanced form illustrate the skill and intention behind its creation

Ordovician Period (~470 million years ago) | Zagora

and Selenopeltis sp

approximately 450–460 million years ago