Belgium
Antwerp Region Oligocene Sites
Belgium's Rupelian and related marine units are famous for high-quality Oligocene shark material.
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Geology
FormationsBoom Clay, Rupel Formation
EpochsOligocene, Miocene
Age~34-23 million years
Star speciesCarcharias acutissima
Technique
Target authorized club digs and legal exposures; quality is often excellent but access is controlled.
Access
Primarily via organized digs, clubs, or permitted sections rather than casual drop-in hunting.
Legality & ethics
Always confirm permit and landowner rules before collecting; many productive sites are regulated.
Hazards
- Mud and slick clay surfaces
- Industrial site access constraints
Insider tips
- Join local fossil clubs for legal access
- Bring fine tools for delicate extraction
- Label exact horizon when possible for later ID confidence
Shark teeth findable here
Trophy = headline find · Rare = real score · Uncommon = some trips · Common = most trips.
Also findable here
The beachcomber's bonus round — what else the geology gives up.
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