Tree Pangolin Skull Replica

Description

Tree pangolin skull replica measures 3.0 x 1.6 x 1.0 inches. The Phataginus tricuspis 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 tree pangolin inhabits the tropical forests of Central and West Africa. This nocturnal mammal spends most of their life in trees. It uses a prehensile tail to maintain balance while climbing.

This species lacks teeth and catches ants and termites with a long sticky tongue. Tough keratin scales protect the body from predators. This white-bellied pangolin has a well-developed sense of smell.

Scientific Classification

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Mammalia
• Order: Pholidota
• Family: Manidae
• Genus: Phataginus
• Species: P. tricuspis
• Binomial name: Phataginus tricuspis
• Conservation status: Endangered

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