Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate
Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate

Fossilized Drum Mouth Plate

Loving Coastal Living
$15.00 USD

This fascinating fossilized piece is a Drum Mouth Plate, showcasing a striking honeycomb-like pattern that hints at its function as part of the crushing jaw apparatus in a prehistoric drum fish. The fossil reveals the internal hexagonal tooth structure, which these fish used to crush hard-shelled prey like mollusks and crustaceans.

Dimensions:

  • Length: 2.9"
  • Width: 1.9"
  • Height: 1.9"

Origin:

  • Found in Port Aransas, Texas

Condition:

  • Well-preserved structure with visible wear consistent with fossilization
  • Distinct internal tooth patterning with no major repairs or enhancements

Note: These fossils have been self-identified and not examined by a professional paleontologist. While we do our best to research and identify all items accurately, we cannot guarantee specific classification.