Fisher Martes Brain Replica
$32.00
The fisher has a brain reflecting high cognitive flexibility and sensory processing, supported by a robust skull with a distinctive sagittal crest.
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Description
Fisher Martes Brain Replica for Mammalogy Study
Fisher martes brain replica measures 2.5 x 1.5 x 1.2. Pekania pennanti brain is museum-quality polyurethane resin cast from CAS specimen. 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
Characteristics of the Fisher
The fisher is a carnivorous mammal native to North America. This forest dwelling creature lives throughout the boreal forests of Canada and the northern United States. Specifically, it belongs to the mustelid family and represents the only living member of the genus Pekania. While some people refer to it as a fisher cat, it is not actually a member of the cat family.
Nomenclature and Relatives
The fisher appears similar to the American marten and Pacific marten but grows much larger. In certain regions, people call the fisher a pekan. This name originates from the Abenaki language. Furthermore, various Native American names like thacho and chunihcho translate to big marten. These names highlight the physical relationship between the fisher and its smaller marten relatives.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Carnivora
- Family: Mustelidae
- Subfamily: Guloninae
- Genus: Pekania
- Species: P. pennanti
- Binomial name: Pekania pennanti (Erxleben, 1777)
- Conservation status: Least concern (IUCN 3.1)
Explore Lagomorph Cranial Development
Integrating a fisher martes male skull replica and a fisher martes female skull replica with this brain model offers a complete look at mustelid anatomy. Furthermore, adding an American marten skull replica creates a rare comparison of North American forest carnivores. This grouping allows you to examine the extreme physical diversity found within the subfamily Guloninae across different ranges.
While the fisher represents the larger predators of the boreal forest, the American marten provides a fascinating contrast in size and skeletal structure. Consequently, including both male and female fisher skulls completes the story by showing the anatomical differences between the sexes. Therefore, these combined specimens provide a comprehensive look at how diverse mustelid groups evolved over time.
Additional information
| Weight | 3.0 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 2.5 × 1.5 × 1.2 in |
