Restitution of rare 70-million-year-old Moroccan dinosaur teeth thanks to bilateral cooperation with France

Bilateral cooperation to protect cultural and geological heritage

In a move that strengthens bilateral cooperation between the Kingdom of Morocco and the French Republic in the field of cultural heritage protection, a collection of rare fossils, representing an important part of the country’s geological memory, has been restituted.

Details and history of the recovered fossils

This recovered collection consists of authentic dinosaur teeth originating from the Moroccan geological basin. Available data indicate that these fossils date back to a distant era of approximately 72 million years ago, giving them exceptional scientific and historical value.

The importance of this step for preserving historical heritage

This operation is part of ongoing efforts to protect cultural and natural heritage and to recover archaeological and geological artifacts belonging to Morocco’s ancient history, thereby contributing to the enrichment of scientific research and the strengthening of the protection of shared heritage.