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This product is an exact replica of a bat-eared fox skull. This high-quality Otocyon megalotis skull replica is a perfect addition to any collection or educational display. It highlights the fox’s distinctive elongated skull, narrow rostrum, and finely structured teeth, which are specially adapted for an insectivorous diet. The replica also features the prominent auditory bullae, which support the species’ exceptional hearing—used to detect prey underground.
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Scientific Name: Otocyon megalotis
Taxonomy: Animalia > Chordata > Mammalia > Carnivora > Canidae > Otocyon
About the Bat-Eared Fox
The bat-eared fox (Otocyon megalotis) is a small, insectivorous canid found across eastern and southern Africa, particularly in savannas and arid grasslands. Named for its oversized ears, which help with thermoregulation and prey detection, the bat-eared fox is one of the only canids to rely predominantly on insects, especially termites and beetles, for sustenance. Its skull is unique among canids for having more teeth than any other wild dog species—typically 46 to 50—a trait linked to its diet. It also has large auditory bullae, making it one of the best-hearing mammals in its environment.
Skull Production
This replica was created using a high-resolution 3D scan of an authentic Otocyon megalotis skull. Cast in durable resin and carefully hand-painted, it captures every anatomical detail, from the delicate dental pattern to the enlarged ear region, making it a reliable and visually striking study model.
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This bat-eared fox skull replica offers a unique look at a highly specialized and often overlooked African canid, making it a standout piece in any natural history or anatomical collection.
