Archaeotherium Skull Replica
$530.00
Archaeotherium skull replica is 20.0 x 13.0 x 11.0 in. The Archaeotherium mortoni is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast of a CAS specimen.
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Description
Archaeotherium skull replica measures 20.0 x 13.0 x 11.0 inches. Archaeotherium mortoni is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast of a California Academy of Sciences specimen. 2-part skull (separate cranium and mandible). 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
Researchers recovered specimens from the White River Formation, John Day Formation, Brule Formation, and Chadron Formation.
They also found fossil remains in the Trans-Pecos area of Texas. This extinct genus mostly ate vegetation, roots, tubers, and scavenged carcasses.
Archaeotherium somewhat resembled a cow-sized peccary with a longer face and humped shoulders. They had wide cheekbones and facial bosses like male warthogs. They lived in forested and riverbank environments before the evolution of grasslands.
Like all entelodonts, they had artiodactyl legs but lacked the ability to run fast. Though it supported its weight on cloven hooves, the foot bones remained unfused.
Their toes could also spread freely. This unique foot structure may have helped them move easily on soft ground.
Their heads were unusually large. High spines on the vertebrae above the shoulders supported strong neck muscles and tendons to handle the heavy skull weight.
Their brain was tiny but featured relatively large olfactory lobes, suggesting a keen sense of smell.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Artiodactyla
- Family: †Entelodontida
- Genus: †Archaeotherium
- Species: †A. mortoni
- Bionimal name: †Archaeotherium mortoni
- Conservation status: Extinct
Archie, the Archaeotherium skull has always dreamed of flying. His best friend Grant, the giant forest hog skull replica has just built a ramp for Archie to get a running start to launch him into the air.
Perry, the peccary male skull replica has sewn a bright red, white, and blue cape for Archie. First aid might be necessary if Archie’s attempt at flying fails.
His friend Wilbur, the domesticated pig skull replica has offered his medical expertise and is bringing a first aid kit.
Archie’s dream came true, and he goes flying every evening decked-out with his red, white and blue cape proudly flapping in the wind.
Additional information
| Weight | 30.0 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 20.0 × 13.0 × 11.0 in |
