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Small turtle nuchal scutes fossil (trachemys) | pleistocene era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Small turtle nuchal scutes fossil (trachemys) | pleistocene era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

£12.00

For sale is a fossilized small turtle nuchal scute from the species Trachemys, discovered in the Santafe River, Florida, USA, and dating back to the Pleistocene era. Nuchal scutes are part of the protective shell of turtles, providing essential defense against predators. These fossil scutes give a fascinating glimpse into the ancient turtles that roamed North America during the Ice Age, around 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago.

Each fossil has been professionally cleaned and prepped, ensuring excellent preservation of the intricate details. This fossil is a carefully chosen piece, making it an ideal addition to any collection or educational display.

  • Location: Santafe River, Florida, USA
  • Geological Period: Pleistocene, approximately 2.6 million to 11,700 years old
  • Species: Trachemys (Turtle)
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, chosen for its excellent preservation. Whether you’re a fossil collector or simply intrigued by ancient wildlife, this Trachemys nuchal scute is a unique and valuable piece of Pleistocene history.

Own a genuine piece of the Ice Age with this fossilized turtle nuchal scute today!

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For sale is a fossilized small turtle nuchal scute from the species Trachemys, discovered in the Santafe River, Florida, USA, and dating back to the Pleistocene era. Nuchal scutes are part of the protective shell of turtles, providing essential defense against predators. These fossil scutes give a fascinating glimpse into the ancient turtles that roamed North America during the Ice Age, around 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago.

Each fossil has been professionally cleaned and prepped, ensuring excellent preservation of the intricate details. This fossil is a carefully chosen piece, making it an ideal addition to any collection or educational display.

  • Location: Santafe River, Florida, USA
  • Geological Period: Pleistocene, approximately 2.6 million to 11,700 years old
  • Species: Trachemys (Turtle)
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, chosen for its excellent preservation. Whether you’re a fossil collector or simply intrigued by ancient wildlife, this Trachemys nuchal scute is a unique and valuable piece of Pleistocene history.

Own a genuine piece of the Ice Age with this fossilized turtle nuchal scute today!

Additional information

Era

Pleistocene
Origin

USA

Pleistocene Information

The Pleistocene Epoch (2.58 million – 11,700 years ago) was a time of repeated ice ages, shaping Earth's landscapes and ecosystems. Massive glaciers advanced and retreated, covering large parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. This period saw the rise of megafauna, including woolly mammoths, saber-toothed cats, giant ground sloths, and cave bears. Early humans (Homo erectus, Neanderthals, and Homo sapiens) spread across the world, developing tools, art, and early societies. Many species adapted to harsh, cold climates, but as the Ice Age ended, global warming and human hunting contributed to the extinction of many large mammals. The Pleistocene transitions into the Holocene, the current epoch, marking the beginning of human civilization.

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