{"product_id":"dugong-skull-replica-2-3-scale-museum-quality","title":"Dugong Skull Replica (2\/3 Scale) ( Museum Quality)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis product is an exact replica of a dugong skull. This high-quality Dugong dugon skull replica is a perfect addition to any collection or educational display. It captures the dugong’s distinctive downturned rostrum, dense cranial structure, and specialized tusk-like incisors, all adaptations for grazing on seagrass in shallow coastal waters. Even at 2\/3 scale, the replica preserves the massive, rounded form characteristic of this unique marine herbivore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale \u0026amp; Dimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"596\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eScale: 2\/3 – Length: 206.53 mm (8.13 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eDugong dugon\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eTaxonomy: Animalia \u0026gt; Chordata \u0026gt; Mammalia \u0026gt; Sirenia \u0026gt; Dugongidae \u0026gt; \u003cem data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eDugong\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eAbout the Dugong\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dugong (\u003cem data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eDugong dugon\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large, fully marine mammal found in the warm coastal waters of the Indo-Pacific region, from East Africa to Australia. Closely related to manatees, dugongs are members of the order Sirenia, a lineage that evolved from terrestrial ancestors millions of years ago. Unlike manatees, dugongs possess a fluked tail similar to a dolphin’s and are strictly marine. Their skull is uniquely adapted with a ventrally deflected snout, allowing them to efficiently graze on seagrass beds along the ocean floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dugong is currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, with populations declining due to habitat loss, boat strikes, fishing net entanglement, and coastal development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eSkull Production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2\/3 scale replica was created using a high-resolution 3D scan of an authentic \u003cem data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eDugong dugon\u003c\/em\u003e skull. It is 3d orinted in durable resin and carefully hand-finished to preserve anatomical accuracy, including the dense bone structure, tusk placement, and broad cranial surface. The scaled format allows for easier display while maintaining scientific precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eMarine mammal skull collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eEducators \u0026amp; museums focusing on ocean ecology and marine conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eZoologists \u0026amp; students studying sirenian evolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eArtists \u0026amp; sculptors needing an accurate marine mammal reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dugong skull replica (2\/3 scale) offers a striking and educational representation of one of the ocean’s most gentle and ancient herbivores—an exceptional addition to any marine biology, conservation, or natural history collection. 🌊🦴\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AnySkull","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46263243866262,"sku":null,"price":208.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/7719\/7974\/files\/dg-1-Bright.jpg?v=1771980039","url":"https:\/\/anyskull.com\/products\/dugong-skull-replica-2-3-scale-museum-quality","provider":"AnySkull","version":"1.0","type":"link"}