RARE Baculites Fossil Ammonite – Baculites vertebralis, Turonian, Cretaceous, Tulear, Madagascar

Description

Exceptional Baculites Fossil Ammonite – Baculites vertebralis, Turonian, Cretaceous: Tulear, Madagascar

This listing features a genuine Baculites vertebralis fossil ammonite, dating back to the Turonian Stage of the Late Cretaceous (~93-89 million years ago). This exceptionally well-preserved specimen comes from Tulear, Madagascar, a region famous for its diverse and beautifully fossilized ammonites.

Species Information – Baculites vertebralis

Baculites vertebralis belonged to a group of heteromorph ammonites, meaning it had a straight, uncoiled shell, unlike the spiral shells of most ammonites. These fascinating cephalopods thrived during the Late Cretaceous period, swimming in shallow marine environments alongside mosasaurs, plesiosaurs, and large predatory fish.

Baculites were nektonic (free-swimming) predators, using their tentacles to catch small marine organisms. Their streamlined, torpedo-like shell allowed them to move efficiently in open waters, making them well-adapted to Cretaceous seas.

Key Features of Baculites Ammonites:

🌀 Straight-Shelled Ammonites – Unique compared to traditional spiral ammonites

🌀 Nektonic Marine Predator – Swam freely in prehistoric seas

🌀 Distinct Suture Patterns – Showcasing intricate, ornamental shell formations

Baculites are highly sought after by collectors due to their rare, straight shell morphology and well-defined suture patterns. Fossils like this provide crucial insight into ammonite evolution and the diversity of Cretaceous marine life.

Geological Context – Cretaceous Fossil Deposits, Tulear, Madagascar

The Cretaceous fossil deposits of Tulear, Madagascar, are known for their exceptional preservation of ammonites, nautiloids, and marine reptiles. The mineral-rich sediments of this region have helped fossilize delicate ammonite structures, ensuring that even fine details remain intact.

The presence of Baculites vertebralis in the fossil record indicates that Madagascar’s Cretaceous seas were home to diverse marine ecosystems, supporting ammonites, marine reptiles, and early sharks.

Specimen Details

• Fossil Type: Baculites Ammonite
• Scientific Name: Baculites vertebralis
• Age: Turonian, Late Cretaceous (~93-89 million years old)
• Formation: Cretaceous Marine Deposits
• Location: Tulear, Madagascar
• Condition: Well-preserved fossil, showcasing detailed suture patterns and natural mineralization

Why Buy From Us?

✔ 100% Genuine Fossil – Authentic Baculites vertebralis Ammonite

✔ Certificate of Authenticity Included

✔ From the Alice Purnell Collection – One of the largest private ammonite and fossil collections in the world

✔ Scale Cube (1cm) for Size Reference – Please check photos for exact sizing

✔ Rare & Highly Collectible Specimen – Ideal for collectors, museums, and prehistoric marine fossil enthusiasts

This stunning Baculites vertebralis ammonite fossil is an important piece of paleontological history, providing a rare glimpse into the evolution of ammonites and life in the Late Cretaceous seas. Don’t miss this opportunity to add a genuine piece of natural history to your collection!

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