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This is a well detailed museum quality reproduction of a green river turtle Trionyx diplaying bite marks from the Eocene Period (49 million years) of Wyoming, USA. The reproduction Turtle measures 255mm x 175mm on a matrix of 318mm x 235mm.
Trionyx is an extremely rare soft-shell turtle. The original of this specimen was found at 7200 feet elevation in the Green River formation, near Kemmerer, Wyoming. A complete articulated specimen such as this one is extremely rare. Trionyx is a soft shelled aquatic turtle which still lives today but dates back to the Jurassic age. Modern trionychid turtles are found today in North America, Africa and Asia. This specimen is a replica of the original specimen and the bite marks are probably from an alligator or crocodile which are clearly shown in the middle of the shell.
Due to the weight of this specimen, overseas customers please contact us regarding the shipping cost.
UK customers can collect in person by appointment.
Price: £95.00
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