Raptor Tooth

LIMITED AVAILABILITY! Above: Front of the Specimen Card Known popularly as "raptors," dromaeosaurids were a diverse family of feathered theropod dinosaurs. In addition to being feathered, members of Dromaeosauridae had long tails and an elongated "sickle claw" on the second toe. While this distinctive body plan suggests a link to birds, scientists are still unclear on the exact connection between these two successful evolutionary lines, though there is some evidence that smaller species could at least glide.   Above: Example raptor teeth with fine feathered friends. Fossil finds over the last several decades have confirmed that most if not all Dromeaosaurids had feathers. This specimen is a raptor tooth from the Cretaceous Kem Kem beds of Morocco. Typically attributed to Dromaeosaurids, these teeth are nearly impossible to classify given the scarcity of complete skulls. Some research suggests that larger teeth (above 1") may actually be from small members of the Abelisauridae family of Ceratosaurian dinosaurs. Raptor Tooth Sizes Small - 8-16mm Medium - 16-26mm  All raptor teeth specimens ship in our glass-topped riker display cases. The case measures 4"x3"x1". A small information card is also included, which also serves as the certificate of authenticity.  Small and Medium teeth will be enclosed in our acrylic specimen jars. Please Note: Color and shape varies widely on this specimen.