Gillicus

Gillicus is a member of the teleost family of fossil fish.  It closely resembles a modern day Tarpon and grew to lengths of over six feet long.  While Gillicus appears toothless, it actually has microscopic teeth. Unlike its relatives, Xiphactinus and Saurodon, Gillicus was a filter feeder which ate zooplankton, much like modern baleen whales.

Last Modified 08/27/2008

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Name: Gillicus arcuatus
Geologic Age: Cretaceous
Stratigraphic detail: Niobrara Formation
Location: Western Kansas
Comments:  This is a beautiful, large Gillicus Skull with 2 Pectoral Fins present as well as several.  The specimen has great preservation and is naturally articulated.  The lower jaw measures 5 1/4" long and the entire fish would have measures approx. 6 feet long.  As an added bonus, this specimen has some of it's gill plates preserved which can be seen in the center area of the skull... see close-up photo.  This is a very classy specimen that comes in a 13 1/2" x 27 1/2" frame that is ready to hang.

Gillicus Skull 1 Price:  $975.00