Suchomimus Tenerensis, rare tooth, Eastern Africa (Niger, Cretaceous) 121-112 ma

Suchomimus is part of the Spinosaurid family, some palaeontologists referring to this species as the African Baryonyx. This tooth is a fantastic size for its type, some feeding damage and wear to the tooth. The rich dark enamel is typical of the Niger fossils found. This tooth has great character, some stress fractures are visible but naturally fused and strong. This fossil tooth was found at Niger, Gadoufaoua, Tenere Desert.

Scientific name- Suchomimus Tenerensis

Size- 9.5-11 metres

Diet- Large armoured fish, possibly scavanger on land.

Habitat- Humid, rivers or swamps.

Where found- Niger republic of Africa, Sahara, Elhraz formation.

Time- Cretaceous-125-112  million years ago