Archaeolamna kopingensis

A. kopingensis teeth are one of the more distinct tooth profiles. They have large cusps compared to the size of the crown and no serrations. They have a bourlette in exquisitely preserved specimens. These teeth are uncommon.

Size: 1-2cm (3/8-3/4 inch)

Scale: 1cm

Age: Late Cretaceous

Anterior (frontal) teeth are quite symmetrical in their root lobes and possess crowns that are relatively straight, with the most curved specimens still only exhibiting a slight curve.

Lateral

Lateral (side) teeth have a curved crown and flattened root lobes. Their distal lobe is lobe is shorter than the mesial lobe

Anterior