Bornean Orangutan Male Skull Replica
$333.00
In a study of sagittal suture and age, it was found that the closure of the sagittal suture is highly variable and often age-independent, making it unreliable for age estimation.
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Description
Bornean orangutan male skull replica measures 11.4 x 7.0 x 9.0 inches. Pongo pygmaeus skull is museum-quality polyurethane resin cast from California Academy of Sciences specimen. 2-part skull (separate cranium and mandible). 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
Adult male Bornean orangutans develop massive cranial features as they mature. First this replica showcases the heavy brow ridges and long snout typical of the species. Therefore, it serves as a primary model for studying primate growth. These males possess impressive canine teeth for territorial defense.
Also, the skull structure supports the large fatty cheek pads known as flanges. Because flanged males grow to be twice the size of females, their bone density is much higher. Consequently, this specimen highlights the extreme physical variety within the Pongo genus.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Primates
- Suborder: Haplorhini
- Infraorder: Simiiformes
- Family: Hominidae
- Genus: Pongo
- Species: P. pygmaeus
- Binomial name: Pongo pygmaeus Lesson, 1760
- Conservation status: Critically endangered
We suggest comparing this cast with the Western Lowland gorilla male skull replica. Because these great apes live in different regions, you can find unique evolutionary traits. Also, this skull links perfectly to our Bornean articulated hand replica and the Bornean articulated foot replica. Consequently, the high-density resin ensures durability and captures every detail of the natural bone.
Additional information
| Weight | 9.3 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 11.4 × 7.0 × 9.0 in |
| World Orangutan Day - August 19th | World Orangutan Day is celebrated annually on August 19th. The day's purpose is to raise awareness of the dangers orangutans face and to encourage people to take action to protect them. |
