Large Tree-finch Skull Replica
$85.00
Large tree-finch skull replica is 1.05 x 0.65 x 0.7 in. Camarhynchus psittacula is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast of a CAS specimen.
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Description
Large tree-finch skull replica measures 1.05 x 0.65 x 0.7 inches. Camarhynchus psittacula 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.
The large tree-finch uses its large, curved, parrot-like bill to hung for wood-boring insects. Endemic to the Galápogas Islands, this bird actively strips and tears into dead branches, such as those of te palo santo tree to extract hidden larvae.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves
- Order: Passeriformes
- Family: Thraupidae
- Genus: Camarhynchus
- Species: C. psittacula
- Binomial name: Camarhynchus psittacula Gould, 1837
- Conservation status: Vulnerable (IUCN 3.1)
Cracker, the large-tree finch skull replica loves to barbecue fresh frog legs. It is his favorite meal. He has invited his friends to go frog hunting in Wildcat Creek that runs through Gardner Park in Saratoga, California.
Pip, the small tree-finch skull replica, brought everyone a net, and a cooler to keep the frogs in until they get home. She also brought drinks and snacks because she knows it is so fun they will be there unitl dusk.
Woody, the woodpecker finch replica, has already caught 45 huge bullfrogs. He is so very happy.
Vern, the vegetarian finch replica, is going to pretend she is not a vegetarian for the day because she loves the taste of freshly barbecued frog legs. She just caught two naughty frogs to add to her cooler.
Additional information
| Weight | 2.0 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 1.05 × 0.65 × 0.70 in |
