Žraločí zuby, Natural monument in Vrapice, Czech Republic.
This geological site features a small quarry containing glauconitic sandstones and claystones with marine fossils from the Lower Turonian period.
The protected area was established in 1995, preserving sediments from an ancient sea that covered the region during the late Mesozoic era.
Scientists and researchers regularly conduct field studies at this location, examining shark fossils, vertebrae, clams, starfish, and sponge specimens.
The site measures 50x15x4 meters and offers parking within 250 meters, making it accessible for visitors interested in geological exploration.
Twelve different shark species have been identified in the sediments of this quarry, making it a reference point for Czech paleontological research.
Location: Vrapice
Inception: June 13, 1995
GPS coordinates: 50.16390,14.16110
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:42
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