Genuine Mosasaur Fossil Morocco — A Marine Predator from the Past
The Mosasaur was a massive marine reptile. Not a dinosaur. It ruled the seas during the Late Cretaceous. These predators grew up to 50 feet long. They hunted fish, squid, and even other marine reptiles. The fossil you see here is from Morocco. This region is well-known for high-quality Mosasaur finds.
Your fossil was part of a Mosasaur jaw section with visible tooth structure. The enamel is still intact in most cases. The color comes from millions of years of mineral replacement. No two fossils are alike. Each piece shows a unique pattern of wear and preservation.
This specimen dates back roughly 70–66 million years. That’s toward the end of the Cretaceous Period. At that time, Morocco was covered by a warm shallow sea. When the Mosasaur died, its remains sank to the seafloor. Over time, sediment buried it. Minerals replaced the bone, creating the fossil you now hold.
This fossil is not a reproduction. It is authentic. It has been legally collected and exported following Moroccan laws. It comes from the phosphate mines near Khouribga. The fossil may show some repair work. This is normal in fossils removed from matrix rock.
It works as a display piece for your home or office. It’s also an excellent teaching aid for classrooms. Fossils like this help explain ancient ecosystems. You can point out the tooth structure. You can show how marine predators adapted to life at sea.
We ship it well-protected so it arrives in the same condition we send it. Each fossil comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Warranty and Shipping Note: Ships within 3–5 business days. 30-day return policy if not satisfied. Fossil must be returned in original condition.
Related Product: See our Fossil Tooth Collection for other Cretaceous marine predator specimens.
External Resource: Learn more about Mosasaurs at Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre
Bullet Point Features
Authentic Mosasaur fossil from Morocco
Upper Cretaceous age (70–66 million years)
Originates from Khouribga phosphate mines
Visible tooth structure with mineralized enamel
Ideal for collectors, display, or education
Includes certificate of authenticity
Carefully packaged for safe shipping
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fossil Type | Mosasaur tooth/jaw section |
| Material | Fossilized bone and enamel |
| Size | Approx. 21 inches |
| Estimated Age | 70–66 million years |
| Origin | Khouribga, Morocco |
FAQs
Mosasaur Size — FAQ
Q: How did different mosasaur species differ in size?
A: They ranged from small (~3 m / 10 ft) to giants over 14 m (46 ft).
Q: Which mosasaur was the largest?
A: Mosasaurus hoffmannii, about 14–17 m (46–56 ft).
Q: Which mosasaur was the smallest?
A: Carinodens belgicus, around 3–3.5 m (10–11 ft).
