Short-nosed Echidna Skull Replica
$91.00
Short-nosed echidna skull replica is 4.3 x 2.0 x 1.5 in. The Tachyglossus aculeatus is a museum-quality polyurethane resin cast of a CAS specimen.
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Description
Short-nosed echidna skull replica measures 4.3 x 2.0 x 1.5 inches. The Tachyglossus aculeatus 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 short-nosed echidna originally comes from Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea. These unique animals use their tongue to catch insect prey at a great speed. Females lay eggs instead of giving birth to l young, typically produce just 1 egg per breeding season.
People know this species as the spiny anteater or short-beaked echidna. They belong to the family Tachglossidae in the monotreme order of egg-laying mammals. This species represents the only living member of the genus Tachyglossus. Fur and sharp spines completely cover is rounded body.
They have extremely strong front limbs and sharp claws. These powerful limbs allow them to burrow quickly into the dirt. Because they survive underground, they hold a significant tolerance to high levels of carbon dioxide. They also tolerate low levels of oxygen well.
Natural weapons or fighting ability is nil for these creatures. Instead, it repels dangerous predators by curing into a tight ball to deter them with its spines. It lacks the ability to sweat and cannot deal with extreme heat well. Therefore, it tends to avoid daytime activity in hot weather.
They can swim efficiently if a situation requires it. The snout contains sensitive mechanoreceptors and electroreceptors. These receptors help the echidna detect its surroundings and locate hidden insects.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Monotremata
- Family: Tachyglossidae
- Genus: Tachyglossus
- Species: T. aculeatus
- Binomial name: Tachyglossus aculeatus
- Conservation status: Least Concern
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Additional information
| Weight | 3.5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 4.3 × 2.0 × 1.5 in |
| World Echidna Day - July 19th | World Echidna Day is celebrated on July 19th. The day is dedicated to celebrating the unique and fascinating features of echidnas, including their adaptability, ancient lineage, and role in their ecosystems. It's also a day to raise awareness about their conservation. |
