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Ichthyosaur Rib Bone Fossil – Jurassic Marine Reptile – Lavernock, Wales
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Ichthyosaur Rib Bone Fossil – Jurassic Marine Reptile – Lavernock, Wales

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This listing features an exceptional, genuine Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil, a fascinating remnant of a prehistoric marine reptile that thrived during the Jurassic period. This well-preserved specimen was discovered in the White Lias, Lower Lias, Jurassic deposits of Lavernock, South Glamorgan, South Wales—a significant fossil site known for yielding remarkable marine reptile fossils.

Ichthyosaurs were highly adapted marine predators that roamed the seas over 200 million years ago, possessing streamlined bodies and powerful limbs for swift swimming. Their rib bones, like this specimen, offer valuable insights into their structure, physiology, and evolution.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Ichthyosaur (Marine Reptile)
  • Fossil Type: Rib Bone
  • Geological Formation: White Lias, Lower Lias
  • Age: ~200 million years old (Early Jurassic)
  • Location: Lavernock, South Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
  • Size: Full sizing provided in the photos
  • Preservation: Natural bone texture with well-defined structure

Key Features:

✔ Authentic Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil from the Jurassic period

✔ Exceptional preservation, showcasing natural bone texture

✔ Rare specimen from a historically significant UK fossil site

✔ Ideal for collectors, museums, and educational study

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This Ichthyosaur rib fossil comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious ammonite and fossil collections in the world. We specialize in high-quality, museum-grade fossils perfect for serious collectors, educators, and researchers.

Secure a stunning piece of Jurassic marine history today—add this Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil to your collection!

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This listing features an exceptional, genuine Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil, a fascinating remnant of a prehistoric marine reptile that thrived during the Jurassic period. This well-preserved specimen was discovered in the White Lias, Lower Lias, Jurassic deposits of Lavernock, South Glamorgan, South Wales—a significant fossil site known for yielding remarkable marine reptile fossils.

Ichthyosaurs were highly adapted marine predators that roamed the seas over 200 million years ago, possessing streamlined bodies and powerful limbs for swift swimming. Their rib bones, like this specimen, offer valuable insights into their structure, physiology, and evolution.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Ichthyosaur (Marine Reptile)
  • Fossil Type: Rib Bone
  • Geological Formation: White Lias, Lower Lias
  • Age: ~200 million years old (Early Jurassic)
  • Location: Lavernock, South Glamorgan, South Wales, UK
  • Size: Full sizing provided in the photos
  • Preservation: Natural bone texture with well-defined structure

Key Features:

✔ Authentic Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil from the Jurassic period

✔ Exceptional preservation, showcasing natural bone texture

✔ Rare specimen from a historically significant UK fossil site

✔ Ideal for collectors, museums, and educational study

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This Ichthyosaur rib fossil comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious ammonite and fossil collections in the world. We specialize in high-quality, museum-grade fossils perfect for serious collectors, educators, and researchers.

Secure a stunning piece of Jurassic marine history today—add this Ichthyosaur rib bone fossil to your collection!

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

United Kingdom

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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