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Ichthyodectes ctenodon
Ichthyodectes ctenodon Large, complete skeleton of a Cretaceous predator fish, measuring 6 feet (72”) long, on matrix, 80” x 25”. The skull measures 12” long and is 100% complete, with substantial depth and relief. All four (4) jaws are present and contain sixty-six (66) teeth (most in EXCELLENT condition)! Left pectoral fin is 11 1/2 inches long and 3-dimensional. Tail fin spread is 19 1/2 inches. The large cranial crest, which is characteristic of the Ichthyodectes, is well defined and dimensional. Skeleton consists of 90% real bone. Restoration is limited to some of the ribs, plus the anal and dorsal fin. The bone quality and texture on the entire skeleton is PRISTINE! Complete skeletons of large fossil fish in the Niobrara are extremely rare due to the large number of sharks and other scavengers present in the prehistoric ocean. The Ichthyodectid genus includes another similar and well-known Kansas fish, the Xiphactinus audax, which grew to lengths of up to eighteen (18) feet. This exciting and striking display fossil is engineered for a wall-mount and is 100% ready for display. Stock #4215 |
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