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Otodus obliquus shark tooth fossil – eocene marine predator tooth – khouribga, morocco – genuine specimen with coa

Otodus obliquus shark tooth fossil – eocene marine predator tooth – khouribga, morocco – genuine specimen with coa

Original price was: £10.32.Current price is: £9.29.

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Name: Otodus obliquus

Specimen: Shark Tooth

Age: Phosphate deposit, Eocene

Location: Oued Zem, Khouribga, Morocco

Scale cube=1cm: Full sizing please see photo

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. The specimen has been carefully hand selected and photographed. Measurements are as accurate as possible, though be aware measuring precise dimensions can be difficult from irregular shaped items. Whilst we portray colours as close to life-like as we can, colours will vary if taken in sunlight, indoors, from monitor to monitor and device to device. Once this specimen is sold, we will update this listing with new similar selected item, with a new photo and dimensions.

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Description

This listing features a 100% genuine fossilised shark tooth from the species Otodus obliquus, one of the most formidable marine predators of the Eocene epoch. This specimen comes from the renowned phosphate deposits of Oued Zem, Khouribga, Morocco, a site world-famous for yielding exceptionally preserved marine fossils.

Otodus obliquus is an extinct species of mackerel shark that lived approximately 56 to 33.9 million years ago. Believed to be an ancestor of the mighty Megalodon, Otodus grew up to 9–10 metres (30–33 feet) in length and possessed powerful jaws lined with rows of large, triangular teeth, ideal for hunting large fish and marine mammals.

This species thrived during the Paleocene and Eocene periods and is easily recognised by its:

  • Large, broad triangular crown
  • Smooth cutting edges (no serrations)
  • Prominent root lobes at the base of the tooth

Teeth from Otodus obliquus are frequently discovered in Moroccan phosphate beds, which are among the richest fossil-bearing strata in the world. These phosphate layers preserved marine life in exquisite detail, offering vital insight into the ancient ecosystems of the early Cenozoic era.

Item Details:

  • Name: Otodus obliquus
  • Specimen: Fossilised Shark Tooth
  • Age: Eocene Epoch (~56–33.9 million years ago)
  • Formation: Phosphate Deposits
  • Location: Oued Zem, Khouribga, Morocco
  • Condition: Naturally fossilised, carefully selected specimen
  • Scale Reference: Scale cube = 1cm. Please refer to photo for full sizing
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included with every purchase
  • Actual Specimen: The photo shows the exact fossil you will receive

    Item may have been restored

Please Note: Fossils may be propped up for photographic purposes. Colour may vary depending on lighting conditions and screen settings. Sizes are measured as accurately as possible, but small variations may exist due to natural shapes.

Once this specific specimen is sold, the listing will be updated with a new, similar item, along with updated images and size references.

This is a fantastic addition to any fossil collection, educational display, or gift for shark enthusiasts and paleontology fans, offering a real piece of marine history from the ancient seas.

100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included

 

Additional information

Weight 10 g
Era

Eocene
Origin

Morocco

Eocene Information

The Eocene Period (56–33.9 million years ago) was a time of warm global temperatures and the rapid evolution of mammals following the extinction of the dinosaurs. The climate was hot and humid, with lush rainforests covering much of the planet, even near the poles. Mammals diversified into new ecological roles, with early primates, whales (like Basilosaurus), large herbivores, and carnivores emerging. Birds and reptiles also thrived, and the first grasses began spreading, setting the stage for later grassland ecosystems. By the late Eocene, the Earth’s climate cooled significantly, leading to the formation of the first Antarctic ice sheets and the eventual transition to the drier, cooler Oligocene Period.

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