Keichousaurus Hui is the Popeye of ancient semi-aquatic reptiles. Enlarge ulna (wrist) bones gave this long necked lizard paddle like arms, which likely made it easier to swim and move. It’s sharp teeth points to a primarily fish diet. Interestingly enough, fossil findings also indicate that these swimming reptiles reproduced through pelvic birth rather than eggs like other reptiles. 

Keichousaurus Hui is a tough one to find as China has forbidden the export of fossils today. Collectors consider themselves lucky to have a genuine article.

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About This Fossil:

This fossil features a complete Keichousaurus Hui. While this creature has never had his 15 minutes of fame in any blockbuster dinosaur movies, he is a highly sought-after find for any fossil collectors. This comes mostly from the fact that, due to his small size, full skeletons are found frequently. However, the rarity of whole skeletons is driven by the fact that they are found only in China, where their export has been outlawed.

Name:	Keichousaurus Hui
Fossil Type:	Full Skeleton
Age:	240 Million Years, Middle Triassic
Location:	China
Size:	6.58 inches (tip of nose to tip of tail)