Ornithomimid Metatarsal (Dinosaur ankle bone), Alberta (disposition #001590)

This is a partial metatarsal (ankle) bone from an ornithimimid dinosaur from Alberta.  The fossil preserves the rounded, distal joint end and an adjoining section of the shaft. Measuring 7 × 3.5 × 3.5 cm, the specimen represents part of the foot between the ankle and the toes.

Ornithomimids were a group of omnivorous dinosaurs that resembled modern-day ostriches...less the feathers...maybe. The exact species of this specimen cannot be determined. 

Part of the Harvey Negrich Collection, this fossil offers recognizable dinosaur foot anatomy in a compact specimen. The combination of preserved joint detail and exposed internal structure makes it an interesting addition to an Alberta fossil collection or educational display.

Legal Status: This specimen is legally available for private ownership and resale under Alberta Disposition Certificate #001590. A copy of the disposition documentation will accompany the specimen. Learn more about Alberta fossils and the disposition process.

Species: Dinosauria indet. (dinosaur; exact species undetermined)
Age: Late Cretaceous (Campanian or 74.8 - 77.5 million years ago)
Formation: Dinosaur Park or Oldman formation (Belly River/Judith River Group)
Locality: North of Brooks, Alberta, Canada
Dimensions: 7 × 3.5 × 3.5 cm
Provenance: Harvey Negrich Collection
Alberta Disposition Certificate Number: 001590 (specimen #HN281) issued July 7, 2026