Although they became extinct millions of years ago, the giants of prehistoric times continue to fascinate us to this day. The dinosaurs ruled the earth from around 235 million to around 66 million years ago (Mesozoic, Upper Triassic to Cretaceous - Palaeogene boundary) Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Cretaceous with our collection of fossil dinosaur teeth. Each relic tells the story of a bygone era and offers a unique connection to the huge giants of a bygone days era. Discover the special characteristics of each species:

1. Siroccopteryx moroccensis

   
   • Siroccopteryx moroccensis is an extinct genus of the Anhangueridae, a family of pterosaurs from the late Cretaceous period. It is the first pterosaur to be discovered in Morocco. The name means ‘wings of the sirocco’, referring to the North African desert wind. Fossils, including a snout fragment with teeth, were found in the Kem-Kem layer. With a wingspan of 4-5 metres, the Siroccopteryx was a specialised glider and probably fed on fish.

2. Triceratops horridus

   • Triceratops horriduswas an impressive dinosaur from the Upper Cretaceous in North America. With a length of up to 9 metres and a weight of 8-12 tonnes, it was a massive herbivore. Its distinctive appearance was characterised by three horns: two long ones above the eyes and a smaller one on the nose. The large neck shield was probably used for defence and communication. Triceratops lived in herds and fed mainly on low-growing plants, which it crushed with its powerful beak..

3. Sarcosuchus

   • The Sarcosuchus, also known as the ‘SuperCroc’, was a gigantic prehistoric crocodile that lived around 110 million years ago. With a length of up to 12 metres and a weight of 8 to 10 tonnes, it was one of the largest reptiles in the world. The Sarcosuchus inhabited fresh and brackish water areas in Africa and South America. Its wide mouth and powerful teeth indicate that it not only hunted fish, but also larger prey such as dinosaurs. A conspicuous bump at the end of its snout could have been used for odour perception or sound production.

4. Basilosaurus

   • The Basilosaurus was a prehistoric whale that lived between 41 and 35 million years ago in the late Eocene. With a length of around 18 metres, it was the largest mammal of its time. Its snake-like body and tail fin were already well adapted to life in the water. As an apex predator, it fed on fish and smaller marine mammals. Its bite force was impressive and possibly exceeded 2000 kg. Despite its size, Basilosaurus had to stick its head out of the water to breathe, as it had no blowhole.

5. Deltadromeus agilis

   • Deltadromeus agilis was a carnivorous dinosaur that lived in North Africa around 95 million years ago. Its name means ‘agile delta runner’, which refers to its presumably fast and manoeuvrable locomotion. With a length of around 8 metres and a weight of 850 kg, it was a medium-sized theropod. It was characterised by its unusually long and slender hind legs, which indicate a high running speed. Although no complete skull was found, the fossils indicate an agile predator.

With the addition of these unique species, your collection will become a window into the diverse and fascinating world of prehistoric giants.