African Bushpig Skull Replica

Description

African bushpig skull replica measures 14.5 x 7.5 x 8.0 inches. The Potamochoerus larvatus skull is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast from California Academy of Sciences specimen. 2-part skull (separate cranium and mandible). 1:1 scale. Made in USA. Cast is male skull.

African bushpigs have striking orange and reddish-brown fur, accented by black legs and a tufted white stripe running down the spine. Adults display white markings around their eyes, cheeks and jaws, while contrasting black colors cover the rest of the muzzle and face.

Long hair grows on the jaw and flanks, with males sporting prominent facial whiskers. Unlike other native tropical African pigs, hair covers this animals’ entire body and leaves no bare skin.

Adults weigh between 99 and 254 lbs. and reach heights of22 to 31 in Their bodies measure 39 to57 in. long. A thin tail extends 12 to 18 in. and finishes with a black hair tuft. Long, thing ears also end in tufts of white or black hair that sometimes reach 4.7 in. in length.

Scientific Classification

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Mammalia
• Order: Artiodactyla
• Family: Suidae
• Genus: Potamochoerus
• Species: P. larvatus
• Binomial name: Potamochoerus larvatus
• Conservation status: Least concern

Transform your osteological display by grouping the African bushpig skull with the giant forest hog skull replica, the babirusa skull replica or the Archaeortherium skull replica.

These wild swine and ancient entelodont species developed wildly different facial shields and tusk weapon systems. This allowed them to conquer their jungle and savannah territories. Showcasing these heavy-boned cast together exposes the extreme physical adaptations within these family lines. These museum-quality reproductions will grip the attention of every guest in your gallery.