2.43" Otodus sokolovi (Auriculatus) Shark Tooth – Suwannee River, Florida

Key Details

• Species: Otodus sokolovi (Auriculatus)
• Size: L: 2.43" W: 1.64"
• Location: Suwannee River, Florida
• Age: Late Eocene Epoch (38–40 million years old)
• Condition: 100% natural, no repairs (see Authenticity Guarantee)

Own a stunning Otodus sokolovi (Auriculatus) shark tooth from the Suwannee River—one of Florida’s most prized fossil locations. This authentic Eocene tooth features the species’ signature hooked side cusps, thick crown, and bold natural coloration shaped by millions of years in mineral-rich river sediments. A true collector piece from an ancient predator that lived 34–56 million years ago.

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🦴 About This Specimen

This tooth shows the classic Auriculatus features collectors love: robust triangular crown, prominent hooked cusps, and thick bourlette. Its coloration and preservation are typical of Suwannee River fossils, where tannins and minerals enrich teeth with deep, earthy tones. This is an excellent specimen for collectors of early shark species and evolutionary Megalodon ancestors.

🌊 About the Suwannee River Locality

The Suwannee River in northern Florida is one of the Southeast’s most productive fossil shark tooth regions. Tannin-darkened waters and shifting sediments hide layers of Eocene marine deposits where divers recover prehistoric treasures like this one. Suwannee fossils are well known for their durability, sharp detail, and striking natural color.

🦈 About Otodus sokolovi (Auriculatus)

This shark was a powerful predator of the early Eocene oceans, reaching impressive sizes and preying on fish and marine mammals. Auriculatus teeth are highly valued for their dramatic hooked cusps and represent a crucial step in the evolutionary chain leading toward Otodus angustidens and eventually Megalodon.

💎 Why This Tooth Is Special

• Rare Florida Auriculatus specimen
• Distinctive hooked cusps and heavy root
• Excellent collector value
• 100% natural and authentic
• Beautiful coloration unique to the Suwannee River
• Perfect for display, teaching, or collection building

🔗 Helpful Links

• Authenticity Guarantee
• All Shark Teeth Collection
• How to Spot Repaired Fossils
• Florida Fossil Guides

🛡 Why Buy from Fossil Driven

• Authentic fossils only — no restorations unless disclosed
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At Fossil Driven, we are passionate about fossils and committed to offering only authentic, 100% natural auriculatus teeth. Every specimen we sell is verified for authenticity with no repair or restoration — just a genuine piece of Earth’s ancient past, preserved for millions of years and ready to be treasured for generations to come.

Brandon Zulli & the Fossildriven.com team.