Maned Wolf Skull Replica

Description

Maned Wolf Skull Replica (Chrysocyon brachyurus)

This museum-quality maned wolf skull replica is a museum-quality cast of a natural specimen. Meticulously handcrafted in the USA, each 1:1 scale model is a polyurethane resin cast to preserve fine anatomical details. This 2-part replica features a separate cranium and mandible and measures 8.9 inches in length. It serves as an exceptional tool for comparative osteology, research, and scientific instruction.

Chrysocyon brachyurus Skull Informaton

• Cranial Morphology: Characterized by a notably long, narrow rostrum and a relatively small braincase.
• Sagittal Crest: Features a well-developed ridge for muscle attachment.
• Dental Specialization: Exhibits reduced carnassials and small upper incisors, reflecting its highly omnivorous diet.
• Orbital Structure: The orbits are positioned laterally, providing a wide field of vision adapted for monitoring open grassland habitats. The orbital margins are distinct, with the zygomatic bone forming the lower boundary.
• Nasal Structures: Exceptionally long nasal bones correspond to the species’ characteristic elongated snout profile.

Scientific Classification

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Mammalia
• Order: Carnivora
• Family: Canidae
• Subfamily: Caninae
• Genus: Chrysocyon
• Species: C. brachyurus
• Binomial name: Chrysocyon brachyurus (Illiger, 1815)
• Conservation status: Near Threatened (IUCN 3.1)

From the robust timber wolf skull and the endangered red wolf to the massive interior Alaskan wolf skull, our collection explores diverse canid evolution. This includes specialized CAS 1:1 scale replicas designed for precise anatomical study and the unique, long-legged maned wolf skull. Explore these professional osteology specimens in our specialized fox and wolf skull replicas store.