PODIGGER Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 Another find from the Peace River, FL last week. Upon first look I thought it was a very worn Tapir tooth. When I got it home I started to think the center was too hollowed out to be Tapir. Searching on line and in the Forum galleries I got the idea it might be Manatee or Dugong. I keep going back and forth between Tapir and Manatee so finally decided to get opinions from the group here. Measurements of crown: 1" x 7/8" x 6/8" (at highest point) or 23mm x 21mm x 17mm This first view is what has me thinking Manatee or Dugong Then this one has me leaning to Tapir Last two views: All opinions are appreciated. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meganeura Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 This is not a tooth. No enamel, and cancellous bone in the last picture is visible. Looks, based on pic 2, to be a phalange I think. And the only phalanges I know that look that weird are sloth. @Harry Pristis @Shellseeker Fossils? I dig it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Pristis Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 For comparison: 4 http://pristis.wix.com/the-demijohn-page What seest thou else In the dark backward and abysm of time? ---Shakespeare, The Tempest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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