![Coprolite fragment with jaw inclusion](https://www.areallycrappystory.com/files/styles/8_columns/public/coprolite-jaw-teeth-bull-canyon-formation-new-mexico-cover_0.jpg?itok=_xNbvPBa)
![Views showing the exterior and interior surfaces of the coprolite fragment](https://www.areallycrappystory.com/files/styles/8_columns/public/coprolite-jaw-teeth-bull-canyon-formation-new-mexico-views.jpg?itok=lY-vYd5Y)
![Microscopic image of the jaw inclusion with teeth](https://www.areallycrappystory.com/files/styles/8_columns/public/coprolite-jaw-teeth-bull-canyon-formation-new-mexico-jaw.jpg?itok=UorsOg5M)
![Microscopic image of the jaw inclusion with teeth](https://www.areallycrappystory.com/files/styles/8_columns/public/coprolite-jaw-teeth-bull-canyon-formation-new-mexico-teeth.jpg?itok=WpKh8tjM)
![Magnified image of the teeth in the jaw bone inclusion](https://www.areallycrappystory.com/files/styles/8_columns/public/coprolite-jaw-teeth-bull-canyon-formation-new-mexico-micro-20xa.jpg?itok=uefnL84r)
Fossil Type:
Inclusions:
Lissamphibian or Fish Jaw with Teeth
Composition:
Location:
Quay County
, NM
United States
See map: Google Maps
New Mexico US
Formation:
Period:
Some of the best coprolites are tiny fragments, this most people wouldn't bother to pick up. This coprolite fragment wouldn't even cover the tip of a finger. The outer surface shows no hint at what was beautifully preserved inside. Among the bone inclusions is a tiny jaw with teeth. I haven't been able to identify the prey, but it is likely a fish or lissamphibian.
Gallery: