Mined from: Ouled Abdoun Basin, Khouribga Province, Morocco

Era: Late Eocene
Geological Age:  34-40 mya

Description: This one of a kind Basilosaurus vertebrae fossil specimen from Morocco features a large, naturally preserved vertebral section with a rounded centrum and weathered projecting bone structure. The fossil shows beige, tan, cream, and pale grey tones across a rough, mineralized surface, with visible cracks, worn edges, sediment traces, and natural erosion from age and excavation. Its size, shape, and marine fossil character make it a distinctive display piece for fossil collectors, prehistoric marine life enthusiasts, and natural history collections.

Basilosaurus was an ancient whale that lived during the late Eocene period, roughly 34 to 40 million years ago. Despite its name meaning “king lizard,” Basilosaurus was not a reptile, but an early whale that played an important role in the evolutionary history of marine mammals. Fossils from Morocco are commonly recovered from phosphate-rich deposits, where ancient marine environments preserved the remains of whales, sharks, fish, reptiles, and other ocean life from prehistoric seas.

Spiritually and symbolically, whale fossils are often associated with ancient wisdom, memory, endurance, and connection to the deep past. Many people view fossils as grounding objects that carry the energy of time, transformation, and natural history. A Basilosaurus vertebra in particular may appeal to those drawn to ocean energy, ancestral knowledge, and the powerful presence of prehistoric life.

Quantity: 1pc

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