This skull is available as a 1:1 scale replica

Length 1:1 – 10.6 cm (4.2″ inches)

The Caiman lizard, also known as the water tegu, is a large, semiaquatic lizard found in South America. Its scientific name is Dracaena guianensis. The Caiman lizard is part of the Animalia kingdom, Chordata phylum, Reptilia class, Squamata order, Teiidae family, Dracaena genus, and guianensis species.

This species can grow up to 4 feet in length and has a distinctive, armored appearance with rough, bony plates on its skin. Its strong jaw and sharp teeth are adapted for a diet of snails, crustaceans, and other small aquatic animals.

The Caiman lizard is listed as “least concern” on the IUCN Red List due to its wide distribution and stable populations in much of its range. However, habitat loss and degradation are a potential threat to this species in some areas.

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Specimen Number: UF-herpetology-129938
A portion of the proceeds of this sale will benefit research, education, and curation at the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Its a 1:1 scale replica

Length 23 cm (8″ inches)

Domain: Eukarya
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Crocodilia
Suborder: Alligatoridae
Family: Alligatoridae
Genus: Alligator
Species: Alligator sinensis

The Chinese alligator, or Alligator sinensis, is a species of crocodilian in the family Alligatoridae, found only in China. Chinese alligators are smaller than their American counterparts, with adults typically reaching a length of 1.5 to 2.1 meters and weighing around 36 to 45 kg. They have a broad, rounded snout and a body covered in bony plates. Their coloration is typically grey or black with yellowish-white underbelly.

In terms of behavior, Chinese alligators are semi-aquatic, spending much of their time in water but also venturing onto land to bask in the sun or nest. They are opportunistic feeders, preying on a variety of animals including fish, birds, and small mammals.

The Chinese alligator is classified by the IUCN as “Critically Endangered”. The species has suffered significant population declines due to habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. Efforts are currently underway to protect and conserve remaining populations through captive breeding programs and habitat restoration.