Fossil – Sand shark tooth ( Striatolamia macrota )

Fossil – Shark tooth ( Striatolamia macrota )
Add a fascinating piece of ancient seas to your fossil collection with this shark tooth from the extinct shark species Striatolamia macrota , which lived approximately 54 million years ago during the Eocene period.

Although this shark only grew to about 3.5 meters in length, its teeth were remarkably large and powerful – a clear sign of its prowess as a predator. It lived in warm, low-salinity seas, areas that once covered much of the world, including places where oceans no longer exist today.

Why you'll love it:
• A unique shark tooth that provides a glimpse into Earth's prehistory and ancient marine environments.
• Perfect for fossil lovers, shark enthusiasts, or anyone who wants an eye-catching and meaningful collectible.
• Ethically collected and presented in an acrylic capsule making it ideal for both display and preservation.
• Exciting connection to modern-day sand sharks (Odontaspididae), to which this extinct species is closely related.
• A perfect gift for both children and adults with an interest in nature, science or marine history.

Facts about the fossil:
• Species: Striatolamia macrota (the genus means “serrated shark tooth” in Latin, a reference to the tooth’s serrated surface).
• Time period: Eocene period, about 54 million years ago.
• Place of origin: The fossil comes from Morocco.
• Size: Can be one larger tooth or several small teeth, presented in an acrylic capsule.
• Original environment: Warm seas with low salinity that once covered large parts of the world.

Striatolamia macrota is a reminder of the incredible history and evolution of the oceans, and now you can own a piece of this ancient predator. A must-have for any fossil collection!

Tip!
Combine with the Mosasaurus tooth and get both at a discounted price. A perfect fossil package from the ancient seas – predator meets predator!