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Striatolamia macrota fossil shark tooth - eocene shark fossil | bracklesham beds, hampshire uk | genuine specimen
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Striatolamia macrota fossil shark tooth – eocene shark fossil | bracklesham beds, hampshire uk | genuine specimen

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Striatolamia macrota Fossil Shark Tooth

From the Bracklesham Beds Formation, Hampshire, UK (Eocene Epoch)

This exquisite fossil tooth belongs to the extinct sand shark species Striatolamia macrota, a fascinating prehistoric shark that roamed the ancient seas approximately 50 million years ago during the Eocene epoch. This species is known for its slender, finely serrated teeth, ideal for capturing slippery prey such as fish and squid.

Geological Context: The fossil comes from the Bracklesham Beds formation, famous for its abundant marine fossils, located at Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, and extending along coastal sites in Hampshire, including Bracklesham Bay. These sedimentary layers represent shallow marine conditions, preserving numerous marine fossils, particularly shark teeth, molluscs, and marine mammal bones.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Striatolamia macrota (Extinct Sand Shark)
  • Fossil Type: Shark Tooth Fossil
  • Geological Period: Eocene Epoch (~50 million years old)
  • Geological Formation: Bracklesham Beds
  • Location: Alum Bay, Hampshire, United Kingdom
  • Discovery Date: 08 March 2025
  • Discoverers: Alister & Alison (our own professional fossil-hunting team)
  • Preparation: Expertly cleaned, carefully prepped and treated by Alison to highlight its natural beauty and ensure its preservation.

Dimensions: Scale cube in the photo measures 1cm³. (Please refer to the photo for precise dimensions.)

Authenticity & Provenance: This fossil is a carefully selected, 100% genuine specimen from the Alice Purnell Collection. Your purchase includes a full Certificate of Authenticity verifying its origin and authenticity. The photo provided shows the exact fossil you will receive.

Ideal for fossil collectors, marine life enthusiasts, or as a unique gift for those interested in natural history.

Own a genuine tooth from one of Britain’s prehistoric Eocene sharks today!

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Striatolamia macrota Fossil Shark Tooth

From the Bracklesham Beds Formation, Hampshire, UK (Eocene Epoch)

This exquisite fossil tooth belongs to the extinct sand shark species Striatolamia macrota, a fascinating prehistoric shark that roamed the ancient seas approximately 50 million years ago during the Eocene epoch. This species is known for its slender, finely serrated teeth, ideal for capturing slippery prey such as fish and squid.

Geological Context: The fossil comes from the Bracklesham Beds formation, famous for its abundant marine fossils, located at Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, and extending along coastal sites in Hampshire, including Bracklesham Bay. These sedimentary layers represent shallow marine conditions, preserving numerous marine fossils, particularly shark teeth, molluscs, and marine mammal bones.

Fossil Information:

  • Species: Striatolamia macrota (Extinct Sand Shark)
  • Fossil Type: Shark Tooth Fossil
  • Geological Period: Eocene Epoch (~50 million years old)
  • Geological Formation: Bracklesham Beds
  • Location: Alum Bay, Hampshire, United Kingdom
  • Discovery Date: 08 March 2025
  • Discoverers: Alister & Alison (our own professional fossil-hunting team)
  • Preparation: Expertly cleaned, carefully prepped and treated by Alison to highlight its natural beauty and ensure its preservation.

Dimensions: Scale cube in the photo measures 1cm³. (Please refer to the photo for precise dimensions.)

Authenticity & Provenance: This fossil is a carefully selected, 100% genuine specimen from the Alice Purnell Collection. Your purchase includes a full Certificate of Authenticity verifying its origin and authenticity. The photo provided shows the exact fossil you will receive.

Ideal for fossil collectors, marine life enthusiasts, or as a unique gift for those interested in natural history.

Own a genuine tooth from one of Britain’s prehistoric Eocene sharks today!

Additional information

Era

Eocene
Origin

United Kingdom

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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