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Hyphalosaurus lingyuanensis Fossil Lower Cretaceous Liaoning China Base Mounted

Hyphalosaurus lingyuanensis Fossil Lower Cretaceous Liaoning China Base Mounted

Original price was: £960.00.Current price is: £816.00.

A remarkably rare and scientifically significant fossil of Yphalosaurus lingyuanensis, a unique dinosauriform reptile from the Lower Cretaceous strata of Liaoning Province, China. This carefully prepared and preserved fossil represents an exceptional example of the Jehol Biota, one of the most important fossil Lagerstätten in the world.

Yphalosaurus lingyuanensis is a rare genus of Early Cretaceous reptile characterised by its elongated limbs, vertebral structure, and possible basal association with early ornithischians or ornithopods. Its fossils have been described from the Yixian or Jiufotang Formations, famed for their fine-grained volcanic sediments and exceptional fossil preservation.

Fossil Type: Dinosauriform Reptile Fossil

Species: Yphalosaurus lingyuanensis

Geological Age: Lower Cretaceous – Aptian Stage (~120 million years ago)

Formation: Yixian or Jiufotang Formation, Liaoning Province, China

Depositional Environment: These fossils were preserved in lacustrine (lake) environments with interbedded volcanic ash layers. Rapid burial in fine sediment under low-oxygen conditions enabled the preservation of intricate skeletal details and associated soft tissues in many species.

Morphological Features:

  • Partial to near-complete skeletal structure
  • Elongated hind limbs and vertebrae
  • Subtle cranial and dental features typical of basal ornithischians

Notable:

  • Exceptionally rare vertebrate fossil from China’s Jehol Biota
  • Important for understanding early dinosauriform evolution
  • The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive

Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine natural specimens and include a Certificate of Authenticity. Please refer to the scale cube in the image for precise sizing (1cm squares).

 

This rare Yphalosaurus lingyuanensis fossil from Liaoning is a highly collectible and scientifically important vertebrate specimen, ideal for advanced collectors, educators, and palaeontology enthusiasts.

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Hyphalosaurus lingyuanensis Fossil

This rare Hyphalosaurus lingyuanensis fossil is identified as a Lower Cretaceous reptile fossil from Liaoning, China. It is presented as a collector-focused geological specimen with a distinctive scientific identity and an important connection to one of the world’s most celebrated fossil-producing regions. The specimen is base mounted for specimen protection, allowing it to be displayed securely while preserving its presentation as part of a fossil collection.

Geological Context

The Lower Cretaceous represents an important interval in Earth history, when diverse reptile, dinosaur, plant and invertebrate communities flourished. Liaoning, China, is internationally recognised for exceptionally important fossil discoveries from this period. Fossils from the region are especially valued by collectors because they contribute to the study of ancient ecosystems and the evolution of Mesozoic life.

Hyphalosaurus is a small aquatic reptile known from Lower Cretaceous deposits in northeastern China. It is recognised for its elongated body and long neck, features associated with an aquatic lifestyle. Although often grouped informally with “dinosaur reptile fossils” in commercial collecting, Hyphalosaurus is scientifically understood as a non-dinosaur reptile. Its identification makes this an engaging specimen for collectors interested in early Cretaceous vertebrates, aquatic reptiles and Chinese fossil material.

Display and Collector Appeal

The base-mounted presentation provides a stable display format and helps protect the specimen during handling and exhibition. It can be incorporated into a fossil display, natural history collection, study area or educational setting. The combination of a named fossil identification, Lower Cretaceous age and Liaoning, China location gives the piece strong appeal for collectors who value scientifically identified specimens and fossils connected with significant geological discoveries.

This specimen may also be of interest to students, educators and anyone studying prehistoric reptiles. Its presentation offers an accessible way to explore fossil preservation, geological time and the diversity of reptilian life during the Cretaceous. The specimen’s scientific name makes it suitable for catalogued collections and themed displays focused on Mesozoic reptiles or Chinese palaeontology.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

Photograph and Sizing

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Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the photographs carefully for the complete visual presentation, mounted format and scale of the specimen. The images are provided to show the actual item available, including its display arrangement and visible fossil details.

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