Leidyosuchus (Crocodilian) Tooth Biting Into Trionyx (Turtle) Shell

$1,800.00

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This extraordinary Upper Cretaceous fossil captures a dramatic moment in deep time: a Leidyosuchus crocodilian tooth embedded in the fossilized shell of a Trionyx softshell turtle. Dating back 70 million years, this predator-prey interaction fossil preserves a rare glimpse of ancient behavior, frozen in stone. The fractured reddish-brown turtle shell clearly displays the bite mark of a long-extinct crocodilian, showcasing both scientific intrigue and striking natural artistry.

Recovered from the renowned Lance Formation in Weston County, Wyoming, this vertebrate interaction fossil is a superb acquisition for advanced fossil collectors, natural history enthusiasts, or institutions seeking a one-of-a-kind display piece. With its combination of rarity, visual impact, and paleontological significance, it stands as both a museum-quality showpiece and an investment-grade fossil.

The embedded Leidyosuchus tooth measures 0.68″L x 0.25″H, perfectly preserved within the turtle shell matrix.

Length Height Depth Weight
4″ 3.75″ 1.25″ 118 g

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AWLEI161
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