Description
A rare and authentic Woolly Rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) fossil tooth, discovered in Sutton Courtenay (Sutton Hardcourt), Oxfordshire, England. This specimen dates to the Pleistocene Epoch, more specifically the Devensian Stage (~115,000 to 11,700 years ago), when glacial cycles dominated Northern Europe and megafauna roamed the Ice Age landscapes.
Geological & Stratigraphic Context:
- Location: Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, UK
- Geological Epoch: Pleistocene
- Stage: Devensian (Late Pleistocene)
- Depositional Environment: Cold-climate river terrace gravels and glacial outwash plains typical of British Ice Age fossil sites. These deposits often contain bones and teeth of large mammals adapted to tundra and steppe-like environments.
Fossil Type & Classification:
- Type: Fossilised Molar or Premolar Tooth
- Species: Coelodonta antiquitatis (Blumenbach, 1799)
- Common Name: Woolly Rhinoceros
- Order: Perissodactyla
- Family: Rhinocerotidae
- Superfamily: Rhinocerotoidea
Morphological Features:
- High-crowned (hypsodont) tooth with complex enamel folding adapted for chewing coarse tundra vegetation
- Thick, durable enamel shows grinding wear, typical of Ice Age herbivores
- Rooted or partially rooted depending on the individual and level of preservation
Notable Details:
- The Woolly Rhinoceros was a key member of the Pleistocene megafauna, ranging from Western Europe to Siberia, adapted to cold steppes and mammoth tundra
- Specimens from Oxfordshire are highly sought-after due to the area’s long-recognised significance in British Quaternary palaeontology
- This specimen was carefully chosen for its quality and completeness, suitable for both display and educational collections
Biozone:
- Typically falls within the Late Devensian faunal assemblage, often associated with other cold-adapted mammals like Mammuthus primigenius and Bison priscus
Specimen & Scale Information:
- Scale Rule Squares/Cube = 1cm — Please consult the photograph for precise dimensions
- The item in the photo is the exact fossil you will receive, selected for preservation and clarity
Certification & Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens, and this item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. This Woolly Rhino tooth has been ethically sourced and professionally assessed for authenticity.
Own a tangible piece of Ice Age history with this stunning Woolly Rhinoceros fossil tooth from Pleistocene Oxfordshire—a perfect addition to any fossil or megafauna collection.
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