crajiv Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 It was a large fossil and that made me purchase it . I believe it is a Diplomystus dentatus .. now please share your insights if it is a fake. the size of the actual fossil without the framing is about 18 inches .. and I could not find similar size online..hence the doubt. Thanks...and much appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Cannot comment on the species but it looks real to me with some enhancement to the fins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossildude19 Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Looks real to me - it may have been enhanced with stain to bring out the bones, but it looks real, otherwise. Regards, Tim - VETERAN SHALE SPLITTER VFOTM --- APRIL - 2015 __________________________________________________ "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir ~ ~ ~ ~ ><))))( *> About Me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snolly50 Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 It is indeed, Diplomystus. These critters can reach 2' in length, so yours is not "too big." It is a "real" fossil. Enhanced with paint? Can't say from the photo; but check it out under at least 10X or better yet a stereoscope. You will be able to detect paint, if present. Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, also are remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. - Douglas Adams, Last Chance to See Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auspex Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 It is a spectacular display piece! "There has been an alarming increase in the number of things I know nothing about." - Ashleigh Ellwood Brilliant “Try to learn something about everything and everything about something.” - Thomas Henry Huxley >Paleontology is an evolving science. >May your wonders never cease! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolmt Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Very nice piece definitely a diplo and looks real as indicated may have a bit of staining to enhance the overall look. Half again as big as the one I have and in better condition.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Andy- Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Pretty sure it's real. I have a piece similar to yours in size and preservation. Looking forward to meeting my fellow Singaporean collectors! Do PM me if you are a Singaporean, or an overseas fossil-collector coming here for a holiday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 That is a real fish. I call em Diplo's for short. The 16 to 18 inch fish are actually common in this size. If you need any proof, just come over for a visit. Ive got lots and lots of them. Very nice fish though, and in purty nice shape too. RB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crajiv Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 Hi everyone, I enjoyed reading your comments..Thank you for taking the time to chip in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FossilDudeCO Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 RJB is spot on. Very nice medium sized Diplo from the 18-inch layer of Green River Formation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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