African Leopard skull. Panthera pardus pardus.
* Size 9.1 inch (23cm)
* Museum quality replica
* Cast in durable polyurethane resins
* Made in USA
The African leopard is the leopard nominate subspecies native to many countries in Africa. It is widely distributed in most of sub-Saharan Africa, but the historical range has been fragmented in the course of habitat conversion. Leopards have been recorded in North Africa as well.
**African Leopard Skull**
The African leopard skull is a distinctive and fascinating specimen that showcases the adaptations and characteristics of this magnificent predator. Its sleek, elongated shape and powerful jaws are hallmarks of its hunting prowess. The skull is typically around 20-25 centimeters in length and features a prominent sagittal crest, a bony ridge along the midline of the cranium, which provides attachment points for powerful jaw muscles.
The African leopard skull has a robust zygomatic arch, which forms the cheekbone, and provides support for the powerful jaw muscles. The teeth are sharp and well-developed, with large canines and molars adapted for tearing and shearing meat. The skull also features large orbits, which house the eyes, providing the leopard with excellent binocular vision for hunting.
The African leopard skull exhibits several unique features that are indicative of its specialized predatory behavior. The skull has a shortened facial region, which allows for a stronger bite force, and a wide palate that accommodates the large canines. Additionally, the skull has well-developed paranasal sinuses, which lighten the skull and provide resonance for vocalizations.
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