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Lot # A496

North American Beaver Skull (Castor canadensis) – Adult Specimen View Watchlist >

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Lot # A496
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North American Beaver Skull (Castor canadensis) – Adult Specimen

A genuine North American beaver skull (Castor canadensis), representing one of North America’s most iconic mammals. This specimen features the species’ distinctive orange enamel incisors, broad zygomatic arches, and powerful jaw construction — traits that reflect the beaver’s remarkable adaptation for felling trees and constructing dams. The skull’s robust cranial structure and clean preparation make it ideal for study, display, or natural history collections.

The Castor canadensis is the largest rodent native to North America, and its skull provides a striking study in rodent morphology and dentition. Both educational institutions and private collectors value such specimens for their scientific and aesthetic qualities alike. This example shows fine anatomical detail, including visible sutures, intact molars, and a well-proportioned cranium.

Perfect for classrooms, museums, or as an eye-catching accent in a naturalist or rustic interior.

Condition

Good condition overall, with visible glue from prior assembly and light surface wear typical of natural bone. Teeth are intact and well-defined, and the skull retains its full structural integrity. No major cracks or damage noted. Displays attractively from multiple angles.

Dimensions: 4½" x 4" x 5" (Soup can shown for scale).
Please Note: Soup for Scale in Photo

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