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Saurornitholestes sp. (Raptor) - New Mexico

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DNM1

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A RARE, Top Quality Saurornitholestes sp. (raptor) tooth from New Mexico. Saurornitholestes is a close relative of Velociraptor. This tooth is 1/4" which is a typical size. The enamel is excellent with a great tan color. This species is known for large posterior serrations that will turn upwards. Excellent posterior (distal) and very good (top 2/3) anterior (mesial) serrations. No repair or restoration. This is a late Campanian age tooth (approx. 76 MYA). Legally collected on private land in the Fruitland Fm., San Juan Co., New Mexico. Authenticity guaranteed. This is your chance to own a rare, top quality Saurornitholestes tooth from New Mexico. Note - A gem jar will be included as photographed.

DNM1 SIZE: 1/4"+

Note - Adding 9 new Saurornitholestes teeth in May 2025 Link to Raptor (Dromaeosaur) catalog.

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Dromaeosaurs were the dominant raptor of the upper Cretaceous period in North America. This theropod was rather small at ~6 feet, but made up for its size with a large mouth full of serrated teeth. Like the other raptors they possessed a large "sickle" claw on each foot. It probably hunted in packs and may have been feathered. Fossil remains include well preserved teeth, bones, and claws, and are highly valued by collectors. These top quality specimens were all legally collected from private lands in the northwestern US. Late Cretaceous, Judith River Fm. (or equivalent), 76 MYA.

Saurornitholestes langstoni, “Langston's lizard-bird thief”, is currently the only described Judith River Fm. raptor. There is another larger dromaeosaurid raptor present in the Judith River Fm. which appears to be similar to the Dromaeosaurus albertensis.