Description:

North Africa, Morocco, Khouribga Province, ca. 83.6 to 66 million years ago. This is a highly sought after fossilized jaw from the rare and recently discovered species of mosasaur, Prognathodon hudae, an enormous prehistoric marine reptile. This is a lengthy mandible with 9 teeth, the largest measuring 1.125 inches (2.9 cm) long, and the enamels exhibit hues of light umber brown. These large teeth and hinged jaws enabled mosasaurs to gulp down their prey nearly whole, like modern day snakes! This carnivorous lizard possessed a streamlined body, flattened tail, and webbed feet and somewhat resembled flippered crocodiles. This jaw is a spectacular testament to their predatory behavior! Size: 17.5" L x 1" W x 4.25" H (44.4 cm x 2.5 cm x 10.8 cm); (largest tooth): 1.125" L (2.9 cm)

Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection

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  • Condition: Professionally prepared and restored. Repaired with infill along break lines. Losses to teeth and repairs. Information labels on surface as shown.

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