American River Otter Baculum Replica
$14.00
American river otter baculum replica measures 3.7 x 0.28 x 0.32 inches. The Lontra canadensis is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast. 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
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Description
American river otter baculum replica measures 3.7 x 0.28 x 0.32 inches. The Lontra canadensis is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast. 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
The American river otter was identified as a species of otter and has a lot of names, including North American river otter, northern river otter, common otter and river otter. Other documented names are American otter, Canada otter, Canadian otter, fish otter, land otter, Nearctic river otter, and Prince of Wales otter.
The American river otter is a stocky animal of 11 to 31 lb., with short legs, a muscular neck no smaller than the head, and an elongated body that is broadest at the hips.
They have long bodies, and long whiskers that are used to detect prey in dark waters. An average adult male weighs about 25 lbs. and the female’s average is 18 lb. Its body length ranges from 26 to 42 inches. About one-third of the animal’s total length consists of a long, tapered tail. Tail lengths range from 12 to 20 inches.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Carnivora
- Family: Mustelidae
- Genus: Lontra
- Species: L. canadensis
- Binomial name: Lontra canadensis
- Conservation status: Least concerned
The American River Otter Baculum Replica offers excellent detail for academic study coupled with our North American River Otter Skull Replica for marine biology
Additional information
| Weight | 2.5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 3.7 × 0.28 × 0.32 in |
| American River Otter Facts: | Kingdom: Animalia |
| World Otter Day - Last Wednesday of May | Every year, on the last Wednesday of May, the world comes together to celebrate a unique and playful creature – the otter. World Otter Day is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about these fascinating animals, their habitats, and the threats they face. It’s a day to learn, share, and contribute to the conservation of otters, a species that brings joy to many and plays a crucial role in our ecosystem. |