{"product_id":"spinosaurus-claw-cast","title":"Spinosaurus Claw Cast","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"444\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eSpecies: Spinosaurus aegyptiacus\u003c\/strong\u003e – one of the most extraordinary theropods ever discovered, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSpinosaurus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e was a semi-aquatic predator uniquely adapted for life in and around water. This replica captures one of its most striking features: the enlarged forelimb claw, likely used for grasping prey and interacting with its environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 cm (7 inches) measured straight from tip to root\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eTime Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid Cretaceous (~100–95 million years ago)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eDiscovery Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on fossil material originally discovered in North Africa, particularly Egypt and Morocco—key sites that have revealed the unusual anatomy and aquatic adaptations of Spinosaurus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eClaw Replica:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eCast directly from a real specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, this replica is made from durable resin and finished in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003elight, natural tone reflecting the sedimentary matrix in which Spinosaurus fossils are typically found\u003c\/strong\u003e. It faithfully represents one of the most distinctive theropod claws ever discovered. Features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eAuthentic proportions and curvature taken from an original fossil specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eRealistic weight – not a lightweight item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eDetailed surface texture replicating natural bone grain and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eThick, reinforced base and tapered, pointed tip suited for gripping prey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eLight fossil finish designed to mimic the surrounding matrix for added authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eScientific Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eThe claws of Spinosaurus were likely used for catching fish and other aquatic prey, complementing its long, crocodile-like snout and conical teeth. Evidence suggests a highly specialized, semi-aquatic lifestyle, with adaptations for swimming and hunting in river systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eShips as a single, fully assembled solid piece. No assembly required—ready to display right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","offers":[{"title":"Claw","offer_id":53734644515143,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Claw and bespoke metal stand","offer_id":53734644547911,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/2288\/9799\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e9209f2e-7678-44df-8110-9fb0eeb3bccf.jpg?v=1776536687","url":"https:\/\/dinosaurskeletons.co.uk\/products\/spinosaurus-claw-cast","provider":"DINOSAUR SKELETONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}