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Very Rare Turtle Claw Fossil – Aptian, Cretaceous – Kem Kem Beds – Tegana Formation – Morocco

Very Rare Turtle Claw Fossil – Aptian, Cretaceous – Kem Kem Beds – Tegana Formation – Morocco

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Very Rare Turtle Claw Fossil – Kem Kem Beds – Tegana Formation – Aptian Stage – Cretaceous – Morocco

This listing features a very rare and well-preserved turtle claw fossil from the famous Kem Kem Beds of the Tegana Formation, located in the Kem Kem Basin, southeastern Morocco. This specimen dates to the Aptian Stage of the Early Cretaceous, approximately 125 to 113 million years ago.

Fossil Type: Turtle Claw (Digit/Phalanx with Claw Sheath impression) Taxonomic Affinity: Chelonii (Indeterminate Turtle Genus/Species) Class: Reptilia

Order: Testudines

Geological Stage: Aptian, Early Cretaceous

Formation: Tegana Formation

Location: Kem Kem Basin, Morocco

Depositional Environment: Fluvio-deltaic; river and floodplain system rich in vertebrate fossils

Morphology Features: The fossilised claw exhibits the characteristic curved shape of turtle ungual phalanges, with clear definition of the base and a pointed, keratinous sheath impression. The preservation highlights its unique taper and shape, indicative of terrestrial or semi-aquatic adaptation—likely used for digging or defence. These fossils are seldom found complete and identifiable.

Notable: Turtle fossils are relatively common in the Kem Kem Beds; however, claws are exceptionally rare due to their small size and fragile structure. This makes the specimen a significant find for collectors of Cretaceous reptiles or Kem Kem vertebrates. It contributes to the understanding of the paleoecology and diversity of turtle species in the region.

Condition: Excellent fossil preservation with intact morphology and fine detail. This is the actual specimen you will receive. Please refer to the scale cube in the photo for full sizing (1cm per square).

Important Note:

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Ideal for collectors of Mesozoic reptiles, rare fossil claws, and Cretaceous vertebrate remains. A scarce and visually striking addition to any fossil display or educational collection.

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Very Rare Turtle Claw Fossil – Kem Kem Beds – Tegana Formation – Aptian Stage – Cretaceous – Morocco

This listing features a very rare and well-preserved turtle claw fossil from the famous Kem Kem Beds of the Tegana Formation, located in the Kem Kem Basin, southeastern Morocco. This specimen dates to the Aptian Stage of the Early Cretaceous, approximately 125 to 113 million years ago.

Fossil Type: Turtle Claw (Digit/Phalanx with Claw Sheath impression) Taxonomic Affinity: Chelonii (Indeterminate Turtle Genus/Species) Class: Reptilia

Order: Testudines

Geological Stage: Aptian, Early Cretaceous

Formation: Tegana Formation

Location: Kem Kem Basin, Morocco

Depositional Environment: Fluvio-deltaic; river and floodplain system rich in vertebrate fossils

Morphology Features: The fossilised claw exhibits the characteristic curved shape of turtle ungual phalanges, with clear definition of the base and a pointed, keratinous sheath impression. The preservation highlights its unique taper and shape, indicative of terrestrial or semi-aquatic adaptation—likely used for digging or defence. These fossils are seldom found complete and identifiable.

Notable: Turtle fossils are relatively common in the Kem Kem Beds; however, claws are exceptionally rare due to their small size and fragile structure. This makes the specimen a significant find for collectors of Cretaceous reptiles or Kem Kem vertebrates. It contributes to the understanding of the paleoecology and diversity of turtle species in the region.

Condition: Excellent fossil preservation with intact morphology and fine detail. This is the actual specimen you will receive. Please refer to the scale cube in the photo for full sizing (1cm per square).

Important Note:

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Ideal for collectors of Mesozoic reptiles, rare fossil claws, and Cretaceous vertebrate remains. A scarce and visually striking addition to any fossil display or educational collection.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

Morocco

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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