Vampire Bat Skull Replica (Museum Quality)

This product is an 8:1 scale replica of a vampire bat skull, meticulously crafted to enlarge and highlight the unique features of this fascinating nocturnal predator. This high-quality skull replica is ideal for educational displays, zoology collections, or for enthusiasts of rare and specialized mammals.

**Size**  
Scale: 8:1 Length: 7.5″ (19 cm)
Scale 4:1 Length: 3.75" (9.5 cm)

**Scientific Name:** *Desmodus rotundus*  
**Taxonomy:** Animalia > Chordata > Mammalia > Chiroptera > Phyllostomidae > *Desmodus*

The common vampire bat (*Desmodus rotundus*) is native to Central and South America and is known for its specialized diet, feeding exclusively on the blood of other animals. Its skull structure reflects its highly adapted feeding habits, featuring sharp incisors that allow it to make small cuts in its prey and a specialized jaw for efficient blood consumption. The skull also includes an advanced sensory system that helps it locate prey by detecting thermal cues.

This replica is created from a detailed 3D scan of an authentic vampire bat skull, cast in durable resin, and carefully hand-painted to capture every fine anatomical detail, from the sharp teeth to the distinct cranial ridges.

Ideal for educators, bat enthusiasts, and collectors, this enlarged vampire bat skull replica offers an insightful look into the anatomy and specialized adaptations of one of the most unique mammals in the animal kingdom.