Marine Reptile Fossil – Tethysaurus nopcsai 29cm | Cretaceous Morocco Siberia

Marine Reptile Fossil – Tethysaurus nopcsai 29cm | Cretaceous Morocco SiberiaUpper Cretaceous Turonian (~92 million years ago) Goulmima, Morocco This authentic Tethysaurus nopcsai fossil originates from the Turonian stage of the Upper Cretaceous, approximately 92 million years ago. Recovered from the fossil rich deposits of Goulmima, Morocco, it represents an early marine reptile closely related to the first mosasaurs that inhabited the ancient Tethys Ocean. Tethysaurus nopcsai is an important Cretaceous marine reptile known

Powerful and beautifully preserved

Preserved for thousands of years in the frozen Siberian permafrost

it displays the species’ distinctive rounded glabella

Morocco• Characteristic wide cephalon with fine surface detail• Dimensions

A striking piece of natural impact glass — formed by cosmic forces and preserved in its original state

Its balanced proportions and natural form make it a strong visual element while retaining its scientific character

professionally prepared

Condition:Completely natural fossil

5cm• Weight: 2 kg• Condition: Completely natural

Upper Cretaceous / Lower Turonian (~92 million years ago) | Goulmima

and steeped in scientific intrigue

• Associated species: Homo erectus• Origin: Sahara desert• Material: Quartzite (typical for Acheulean tools from this region)