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EDMONTOSAURUS HOOF / CLAW - Hell Creek Formation, Montana CRETACEOUS PERIOD: 115 - 95 million years ago Hadrosaur fossils are plentiful in the Hell Creek Formation but complete and high-grade specimens, like any dinosaur fossil, are not usually found. This is the pes ungual (foot hoof / claw) of a juvenile Edmontosaurus annectens from this famous Unites States formation. Edmontosaurus annectens is a member of the Hadrosaurid family. Usually, the fossils of this type and dinosaur are incomplete or show signs of deterioration even while the animal lived. Dense and non-deformed specimens are prized when complete such as this wonderful example. There is no fabrication and hoof / claw is INTACT. Minor crack filling and stabilization has only been performed. Color is natural and a beautiful classic rich dark chocolate brown. Hadrosaurs were herbivores (plant-eaters) and only had teeth in the cheek area, not the front of the mouth. The many rows of teeth were perfect for effectively grinding up rough vegetation for easy digestion.
Hadrosaur remains have been found in China, North America, South America (Argentina) and Europe.
BEAUTIFUL AND COMPLETE SPECIMEN OF UNCOMMON FINE PRESERVATION! 2.7" wide x 2.5" long SOLD DT7-001 INCLUDES DISPLAY BOX Actual Item - One Only |
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This
unique group of dinosaurs grew in sizes over 40 feet and probably
weighed over 5 tons! In-depth studies of a variety of duckbill
remains indicate that these were strictly land-based dinosaurs that
walked predominantly on all fours but had the ability to stand on their
hind legs.