TAXIDERMY- Bat Skeleton in a dome
TAXIDERMY- Bat Skeleton in a dome
Species Name: Cynopterus brachyotis
Common Name: Short-nosed fruit bat
Origin: Papua
Size: 7" diam. Wooden Base x 7" Acrylic Domes
Made in Australia
This is a real skeleton of a Short-nosed fruit bat. Just like birds, bat skeletons have light and reduced number of bones compared to the land vertebrate, which allows them to be powerful flyers. Once they find their landing spot they will use their shorter curved thumb to climb or walk on the ground. Have you ever wondered why do bats roost upside down? One of the main reasons is to put them in an ideal position for takeoff. Unlike birds, bats can't launch themselves into the air from the ground. Their wings don't produce enough lift to take off from a dead stop, and their hind legs are so small and underdeveloped that they can't run to build up the necessary takeoff speed. Instead, they use their front claws to climb to a high spot and then fall into flight. By sleeping upside down in a high location, they are all set to launch if they need to escape the roost. Its a beautiful item and a great way to admire skeletal anatomy.
PLEASE NOTE THIS ITEM IS MADE TO ORDER ONLY - Please allow up to 14 business days for the item to be made and posted out. If an item is unavailable, we will notify you and offer a refund or if you wish to change your order to another item.
SULLEN CLOTHING
Established in Huntington Beach, CA. early in 2001, Sullen got it’s start from being heavily influenced by Southern California beach culture and tattoo inspired art. With a strong focus on ideals and practices of modern tattooers, Sullen evolved from a small group of art driven tattooers and artists into a world renowned “Art Collective”. As a whole, the “Collective” is drawn to the idea that art of all forms should be promoted, while related ideas should be shared for the world to learn from.
-
Free Shipping
Shipping & DeliveriesAustralia wide when you spend over 100AU
10 flat fee Australia wide under 100AU
World wide FREE shipping when you spend over 300AU
30 flat fee world wide shipping under 300AU
-
Hassle-Free Exchanges
Returns & ExchangesOrdered the wrong size or perhaps was not the perfect fit, No problem at all just email us at [email protected] to organise your return instore or via post, We do not offer refunds for change of mind but we are happy to swap for the correct size, another item or a store credit for future use.