Maned Wolf Skull Replica (Museum Quality)

This product is an exact replica of a maned wolf skull. This high-quality Chrysocyon brachyurus skull replica is a perfect addition to any collection or educational display. It showcases the species’ distinctive elongated skull, narrow rostrum, slender jaw, and well-developed carnassials, reflecting its unique evolutionary position as neither fox nor true wolf, but a specialized canid with a mixed diet and solitary habits.

Scale & Dimensions:

• Scale: 1:1 – Length: 9.5 in (23.5 cm)

Scientific Name: Chrysocyon brachyurus
Taxonomy: Animalia > Chordata > Mammalia > Carnivora > Canidae > Chrysocyon

About the Maned Wolf

The maned wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus) is the tallest wild canid in the world, native to the grasslands and scrublands of South America, especially Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, and Bolivia. Despite its name and fox-like appearance, it is not closely related to either foxes or wolves, but represents a distinct evolutionary lineage within Canidae. It is an omnivore, with a diet that includes small mammals, birds, insects, and a large amount of fruit—particularly the "wolf apple" (Solanum lycocarpum), essential to its survival.

The maned wolf is currently listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List, due to habitat loss, fragmentation, road mortality, and increasing conflict with humans. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect its habitat and raise awareness of its ecological importance.

Skull Production

This replica was created using a high-resolution 3D scan of an authentic Chrysocyon brachyurus skull. It is cast in durable resin and hand-finished to emphasize the fine anatomical details, including the narrow cranium, long snout, and dental structure adapted for a mixed diet. The result is a scientifically accurate, museum-quality model.

Perfect For:

• Collectors of rare or unique carnivore skulls
• Educators & museums focusing on South American wildlife, canid diversity, or conservation
• Zoologists & students studying canid evolution or omnivorous dentition
• Artists & illustrators needing a precise anatomical reference

This maned wolf skull replica offers a rare glimpse into the anatomy of one of South America's most enigmatic and ecologically distinct wild canids, making it a compelling addition to any natural history, educational, or zoological collection.