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Item Specifics: Species: Isurus hastalis Location: Bakersfield, California Age: Miocene–Pliocene (~5–15 million years old) Size: 2.19” Width: 1.54”
Bakersfield Isurus hastalis Fossil Mako Shark Tooth – 2.19" Unearthed from the fossil-rich layers of Bakersfield, California, this exceptional Isurus hastalis tooth measures 2.19" in length by 1.54" in width and represents one of the ocean’s most iconic prehistoric predators. Known as the extinct broad-toothed mako, Isurus hastalis ruled the seas during the Miocene–Pliocene epochs, approximately 5 to 15 million years ago.
This particular specimen displays the signature features of the species: a long, dagger-like crown with smooth edges, glossy blue-gray enamel, and a broad, sturdy root. The coloration and preservation are typical of the Bakersfield region, making this an ideal tooth for collectors seeking high-grade locality-specific fossils.
Whether you're building your marine fossil collection or gifting a piece of California’s prehistoric past, this authentic mako shark tooth is a striking and scientifically significant piece.
✅ Key Features:
Species: Isurus hastalis (Broad-toothed Mako)
Size: 2.19" long x 1.54" wide
Locality: Bakersfield, California
Geological Age: Miocene–Pliocene (~5–15 million years old)
