Fossil Identifier

FOR BEACH FINDS & FOSSIL HUNTS

Found a shark tooth?
Explore what it could be.

Photograph your find, compare likely matches, and learn about its geological history. Fossil Identifier helps you investigate the clues.

Scan your find on iPhone

One free identification per week. Unlimited scans require a subscription. AI suggestions and value estimates are provisional.

Illustrated tooth features to photograph
Illustration of tooth features; not an app identification result.

From a photo to a closer look

  1. Photograph the complete tooth against a plain background.
  2. Explore likely matches, confidence estimates, and identifying features.
  3. Save your discovery to your personal collection.

Useful clues, with uncertainty explained

A worn root or broken crown can make identification difficult. Treat matches as a starting point and consult a qualified specialist for authentication or a purchase decision.

Read the shark tooth photo checklist before your first scan.

Try your free identification