Northern Elephant Seal Baculum Replica
$29.00
The Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris) is a member of the family Phocidae (true seals). Elephant Seals derive their name from their great size and from the male’s large proboscis, which is used in making extraordinarily loud roaring noises.
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Description
Northern elephant seal baculum replica measures 11.4″L. Northern elephant seal baculum replica is museum-quality polyurethane resin cast from California Academy of Sciences specimen. Made in USA.
The Northern Elephant Seal or Mirounga angustirostris is one of two species of elephant seal. It is a member of the family Phocidae (true seals).
Northen elephant seal or Mirounga angustirostris derive their name from their great size and from the male’s large proboscis, which is used in making extraordinarily loud roaring noises, especially during the mating competition.
Sexual dimorphism in size is great. The mating system is highly polygynous; a successful male is able to impregnate up to 50 females in one season.
The huge male northern elephant seal or Mirounga angustirostris typically weighs 3,300 to 5,100 lbs. and measures 13 to16 ft., although some males can weigh up 8,200 lbs.
Scientific classification:
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Carnivora
- Clade: Pinnipediformes
- Clade: Pinnipedia
- Family: Phocidae
- Genus: Mirounga
- Species: M. angustirostris
- Binomial name: Mirounga angustirostris
- Conservation status: Least concerned
Anatomical precision in the northern elephant seal baculum replica highlights the skeletal structure of Mirounga angustirostris, California elephant seal female skull replica a massive pinniped known for extreme sexual dimorphism and deep-diving capabilities.
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| Weight | 8 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 11.4 in |