Canadian Dinosaur Fossils
Canadian Dinosaur Fossils from Alberta's Horseshoe Canyon Formation
Canadian dinosaur fossils from Alberta's Horseshoe Canyon Formation rank among the most coveted prehistoric specimens available to collectors worldwide. Dating to the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 73 to 68 million years ago, these fossils offer a direct connection to ancient North America. Each piece is legally collected and authenticated, making them ideal for serious collectors and institutions alike.
Alberta's world-renowned badlands are globally recognized for exceptional fossil preservation. These Canadian dinosaur fossils feature remarkable bone structure and natural mineralization. Whether for museum display or private scientific study, every specimen comes with complete provenance documentation and a full guarantee of authenticity.
FAQs — Canadian Dinosaur Fossils
What are Canadian dinosaur fossils from the Horseshoe Canyon Formation? Canadian dinosaur fossils from the Horseshoe Canyon Formation are Late Cretaceous specimens recovered from Alberta's badlands, dating from approximately 73 to 68 million years ago. The formation is globally recognized for yielding hadrosaurs, ankylosaurs, ceratopsians, and theropods in exceptional states of preservation.
How old are dinosaur fossils from Alberta's Horseshoe Canyon Formation? These fossils date to the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 73 to 68 million years ago. They represent some of the last non-avian dinosaurs to have lived in North America prior to the end-Cretaceous mass extinction event.
Are Canadian dinosaur fossils legal to purchase and own? Yes. The Canadian dinosaur fossils offered here are legally collected under applicable laws from permitted private land sources. Each specimen comes with full provenance documentation confirming its legal collection and chain of custody.
What types of dinosaurs are found in Alberta's Horseshoe Canyon Formation? The Horseshoe Canyon Formation yields hadrosaurs (duck-billed dinosaurs), ankylosaurs, ceratopsians, and various theropods. Fossilized teeth, vertebrae, limb bones, and other skeletal elements from these species are commonly recovered from this formation.
Why are Horseshoe Canyon fossils highly valued by collectors? These Canadian dinosaur fossils are prized for their exceptional preservation, legal collectibility, and scientific significance. Alberta's arid, erosion-prone badlands continually expose new fossil material, producing high-quality specimens with outstanding bone structure and natural mineralization.
What makes Alberta a premier source for Canadian dinosaur fossils? Alberta's Horseshoe Canyon and Dinosaur Park formations are among the richest Late Cretaceous fossil sites in the world. The region's geology and climate create ideal conditions for both fossil preservation and surface exposure, making it an ongoing source of scientifically and commercially significant specimens.
- Ceratopsian Toe - Canada$1,750.00
A very rare, Top Quality Ceratopsian toe from the late Cretaceous of northern North America. There were three ceratopsian dinosaur species found in the Horseshoe Canyon formation. This is an excellent four piece non-associated juvenile ceratopsian toe. The bones have great preservation and color / patina. Complete specimens with minor crack fill. No restoration. Legally collected on private land in Alberta, Canada. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - tooth comes with a Riker display frame. Disposition number 000028-0000029.
DC62c SIZE: 6" Length ; Ungual size: 2" x 2-1/2" wide
Note - Adding 17 Canadian bones & teeth in April 2025. Link to Canadian Dinosaur fossils catalog
Learn More - Anchiceratops Epoccipital - Canada$525.00
A very rare, Top Quality Anchiceratops ornatus epoccipital (frill ornament) from the late Cretaceous of northern North America. Anchiceratops was a large ceratopsian dinosaur found in the Horseshoe Canyon formation which has three horns and a large frill protecting its neck. This epoccipital has excellent detail preserved and great color / patina. The epoccipitals were triangular bone ornaments that lined the top of the frill. Note - this epoccipital position is naturally asymmetrical (see 2nd photo of right side). This epoccipital exhibits incredible detail and is very thick & heavy. Nearly complete specimen with minor crack fill. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in Alberta, Canada. Authenticity guaranteed. Disposition number 000028-0000029.
DC64c SIZE: 3-3/4" Height x 3-3/4" Wide x 1-1/2" Thick
Note - Adding 17 Canadian bones & teeth in April 2025. Link to Canadian Dinosaur fossils catalog
Learn More - Anchiceratops Epoccipital - Canada$375.00
A very rare, Top Quality Anchiceratops ornatus epoccipital (frill ornament) from the late Cretaceous of northern North America. Anchiceratops was a large ceratopsian dinosaur found in the Horseshoe Canyon formation which has three horns and a large frill protecting its neck. This epoccipital has excellent detail preserved and great color / patina. The epoccipitals were triangular bone ornaments that lined the top of the frill. This epoccipital exhibits incredible detailnand is very thick & heavy. Partial specimen with minor crack fill. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in Alberta, Canada. Authenticity guaranteed. Disposition number 000028-0000029.
DC66c SIZE: 4" Height x 4-1/2" Wide x 1-3/4" Thick
Note - Adding 17 Canadian bones & teeth in April 2025. Link to Canadian Dinosaur fossils catalog
Learn More - Anchiceratops Epoccipital - Canada$325.00
A very rare, Top Quality Anchiceratops ornatus epoccipital (frill ornament) from the late Cretaceous of northern North America. Anchiceratops was a large ceratopsian dinosaur found in the Horseshoe Canyon formation which has three horns and a large frill protecting its neck. This epoccipital has excellent detail preserved and great color / patina. The epoccipitals were triangular bone ornaments that lined the top of the frill. This epoccipital exhibits incredible detailnand is very thick & heavy. Mostly specimen with minor crack fill. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in Alberta, Canada. Authenticity guaranteed. Disposition number 000028-0000029.
DC65c SIZE: 3-1/2" Height x 4" Wide x 1-3/4" Thick
Note - Adding 17 Canadian bones & teeth in April 2025. Link to Canadian Dinosaur fossils catalog
Learn More
