{"product_id":"rare-hainosaurus-boubker-tylosaurine-mosasaur-skull-fossil-42-5-inches","title":"Hainosaurus boubker Tylosaurine Mosasaur Skull – 42.5 in (108 cm), Morocco","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🦎 RARE 108 CM HAINOSAURUS “BOUBKER” MOSASAUR SKULL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly monumental Moroccan mosasaur skull measuring 108 cm—approximately 42.5 inches. Identified as the rare tylosaurine mosasaur commonly known as \u003cem\u003eHainosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e “boubker,” this imposing skull displays the elongated profile characteristic of this remarkable group of Late Cretaceous marine predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 90% of the fossil material is associated with the same individual, while approximately 89% of the displayed teeth are original fossils. Repairs are present, but no restoration has been specified. You will receive the exact photographed skull together with its professional display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔎 Fossil Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFossil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large tylosaurine mosasaur skull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identified as \u003cem\u003eHainosaurus\u003c\/em\u003e “boubker” \/ tylosaurine mosasaur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 108 cm \/ approximately 42.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Cretaceous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 66 million years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sidi Chennane, Oulad Abdoun Basin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morocco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extracted and prepared for three-dimensional display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual association:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal fossil teeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 89%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay stand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e One exact photographed specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $9,900 USD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaleoDeserts reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e PD-MSK-0108\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Imposing Size and Rare Identification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt more than one metre long, the skull possesses an extraordinary physical presence. Its long rostrum, substantial jaws and prominent teeth create a dramatic profile immediately associated with large tylosaurine mosasaurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge Moroccan skulls attributed to this rare form are far less commonly offered than isolated mosasaur teeth or individual bones, making this an important centrepiece for an advanced marine-reptile collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌊 A Powerful Late Cretaceous Predator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTylosaurines were large mosasaurs adapted to life in the ancient seas. They were marine reptiles rather than dinosaurs and possessed elongated skulls, powerful jaws and streamlined bodies suited to active predation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛠️ Preparation and Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fossil elements were extracted from the surrounding matrix and professionally assembled into a three-dimensional skull display. Repairs are present as part of the preparation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 90% of the skull material is associated with one individual, and approximately 89% of the displayed teeth are original fossils. Natural mineral variation, cracks, incomplete areas and preparation evidence remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏛️ Professional Display Stand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictured stand is included as a complimentary display accessory. It supports the skull securely while allowing its impressive profile, jaws and teeth to remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📷 Exact Photographed Skull\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a unique specimen rather than a stock example. You will receive the exact 108 cm skull shown in the product photographs. 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