Emu Dromaius Skull Replica
$135.00
The emu is a large, flightless ratite that is native to Australia. They can achieve speeds in excess of 31 MPH. Recently the emu has been farmed World Wide for its meat, feathers and oil.
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Description
Emu Dromaius Skull Replica (Dromaius novaehollandiae) Information
Emu dromaius skull replica measures 6.0 x 2.8 x 2.5 inches. Dromaius novaehollandiae is museum-quality polyurethane resin cast. 2-part skull (separate cranium & jaw). 1:1. Made in USA.
The emu is the second largest living bird by height, after its ratite relative, the ostrich. It is endemic to Australia where it is the largest native bird and the only extant member of the genus Dromaius.
The emu are soft feathered, brown, flightless birds with long necks and legs, and can reach up to 6.2 ft. in height. Emus can travel great distances, and when necessary can sprint at 31 mph.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves
- Order: Casuariiformes
- Family: Casuariidae
- Genus: Dromaius
- Binomial Name: Dromaius novaehollandiae (Latham, 1790)
- Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)
The emu dromaius skull replica represents the second-largest living bird by height, showcasing the robust, flattened bill and powerful cranial structure of the Australian Dromaius novaehollandiae. Biologists study these 1:1 scale casts to analyze the specialized morphology of this large, flightless ratite adapted for a diverse herbivorous diet. Upgrade your natural history display with the emu manus wing segment, emu dromaius brain, and ostrich skull replica. Find more high-fidelity specimens available in our bird or aves replica store.
Additional information
| Weight | 3.0 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 6.0 × 3.0 × 2.0 in |
