Western Lowland Gorilla Male Skull Replica
$333.00
Compare our male western lowland gorilla to the Bornean orangutan and gibbon skulls to see the vast range of primate development and growth.
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Description
Western lowland gorilla male skull replica measures 10.0 x 6.5 x 7.7 inches. Troglodytes gorilla skull is museum-quality polyurethane resin cast from California Academy of Sciences specimen. 2-part skull (separate cranium and mandible). 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
The western and eastern lowland gorilla subspecies both live within the secluded African rainforests. These great apes primarily consume a wide variety of high-fiber vegetation and seasonal fruits. A single dominant silverback male typically leads their complex social groups. Adult males reach impressive sizes, often weighing up to 400 lbs. with a height near 6 feet. Unfortunately, poaching and habit destruction remain major threats to their survival in the wild.
Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Primates
- Suborder: Haplorhini
- Infraorder: Simiiformes
- Family: Hominidae
- Subfamily: Homininae
- Genus: Gorilla
- Species: T. gorilla
- Type species: Troglodytes gorilla
- Conservation status: Critically endangered (IUCN 3.1)
This western lowland gorilla skull replica showcases the powerful morphology of the adult male. You can clearly observe the prominent sagittal crest and deep muscle attachment sites on this specimen. This model also pairs well with the Bornean orangutan male skull replica to illustrate the structural diversity found within the great apes.
You might even use it alongside the Siamang gibbon male skull replica for a dramatic size comparison. This robust piece also stands in sharp contrast to the delicate white-handed female gibbon skull replica in any primate series. These replicas help biologists demonstrate the physical variety of the Hominidae family. Adding this male gorilla model provides a complete view of great age cranial architecture.
Additional information
| Weight | 8.0 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 10.0 × 6.5 × 7.7 in |
| World Gorilla Day - September 24th | World Gorilla Day is celebrated on September 24th every year to raise awareness about the importance of gorilla conservation and the threats they face. The day began in 2017 and coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Karisoke Research Center, which was founded by primatologist Dian Fossey. The center is the longest-running gorilla field study site and continues to focus on gorilla research, conservation, and protection in Africa. |
