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Happy New Year from Skulls Unlimited!
This year is off to a great start with the release of our new 2007 Catalog. The ever-popular Skulls Unlimited catalog features over 500 hundred real bone and replica skulls and skeletons available from "The World's Leading Supplier of Osteological Specimens." Also included are dental formulas, dietary information, species origins and average skull lengths. This catalog serves as a wonderful classroom reference, as well as an excellent guide into the world of osteology.
The cost of this catalog, $9.95, is fully refundable on your purchase of $25.00 or more. The purchase price of this catalog is waived for legitimate educational institutions. Be sure to order your new 2007 catalog today.
Skulls Unlimited Photo Auction
Skulls Unlimited is auctioning a one of a kind autographed 8" x 10" photo, signed by each member of the Skulls Unlimited crew. Profits from this auction will be donated to an Oklahoma wildlife rehabilitation center. Give wildlife a helping hand and get a great Skulls Unlimited souvenir at the same time! This is only a 10 day auction, so don't delay. Click the following eBay link to place your bid. http://search.ebay.com
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JANUARY T-SHIRT CONTEST WINNER |
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This months winner is.......Nicholas Jones. Nicholas will receive a $50 Skulls Unlimited gift certificate. To enter the Skulls Unlimited T-shirt Contest simply send us a color photograph, or digital image showing you or someone you know wearing one of our T-shirts. Originality will count, so choose a pose in front of a well known landmark, at your job, exotic regions of the world, in the classroom or just lounging around. Each entry will receive a gift certificate for $9.95. We will choose a new winner each month. To learn more about the t-shirt contest or to see previous entries, visit,
http://www.skullsunlimited.com/t-shirt_contest.html.
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Nicholas Jones at the
Famous Peter Pan Statue
Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park
England
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FEATURED EMPLOYEE |
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Jay Villemarette Jr.
Osteological Finishing Technician |
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Jay Villemarette Jr., the eldest son of Skulls Unlimited's owner, has been working for the company off and on for most of his life....To read more about Jay Jr. and the rest of the Skulls Unlimited crew, go to; http://www.skullsunlimited.com/employees.htm
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MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY CHALLENGE |
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The Museum of Osteology Challenge is a chance for all of you skull enthusiasts to show off the size of your craniums. The Museum of Osteology, although not yet open to the public, houses a large collection of rare and unique skull specimens. Each month, this newsletter will feature a new photograph of a specimen. The first three individuals that can correctly identify the pictured specimen will win one of our new Skulls Unlimited Est. in 1986 T-Shirts and have their names posted in the next newsletter. Winners will be the envy of all their skull collecting friends! This contest is open to all ages. Only one guess per individual, per month will be accepted. Guesses must include the animal's common, genus and species names. (Example: Human, Homo sapiens) Email your answers to: education@skullsunlimited.com
This month's mystery skull measures 10.5 inches (26.7cm) long.
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Mystery Skull Image 1
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Mystery Skull Image 2
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NEW ITEM |
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WTQ-250 Pantropical Spotted Dolphin
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Pantropical Spotted Dolphin
Stenella attenuata
The pantropical spotted dolphin, native to tropical and warm temperate waters, is one of the most abundant dolphin species. This species is gregarious and spends much of its time offshore in deep water. Pods range from only a few to several thousand individuals.
| WTQ-250 | Museum Quality: $286.00 |
Order Online with our secure shopping cart at www.skullsunlimited.com/pantropical-spotted-dolphin.html
Order by phone at 1800-659-SKULL or 405-794-9300
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Skulls Unlimited Est. 1986 Logo T-Shirt
New for 2007, Skulls Unlimited Original Logo T-shirt. The chocolate colored shirt is an attractive way to express your love for Skulls Unlimited. Established in 1986, Skulls Unlimited continues to be the world's leading supplier of osteological specimens.
| WTS-900 | Child Medium - $15.00 |
| WTS-901 | Adult Small - $15.00 |
| WTS-902 | Adult Medium - $15.00 |
| WTS-903 | Adult Large - $15.00 |
| WTS-904 | Adult 1X - $15.00 |
| WTS-905 | Adult 2X - $18.00 |
Order Online with our secure shopping cart at www.skullsunlimited.com/t-shirts.htm
Order by phone at 1800-659-SKULL or 405-794-9300
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WTS-900
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WBC-340 Giant Fossil Hyena
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Giant Fossil Hyena
Dinocrocuta gigantea
This large fossil hyena was found in Gansu province, China. This specimen dates back to the Miocene age at 4.5 to 5 million years old. Giant hyenas were much larger than modern hyenas being slightly larger than a modern African lion.
| WBC-340 | Museum Quality: $390.00 |
Order Online with our secure shopping cart at www.skullsunlimited.com/fossil-hyena-skull.html
Order by phone at 1800-659-SKULL or 405-794-9300
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Kori Bustard Skull
Ardeotis kori
The kori bustard is an omnivore feeding on seeds, small vertebrates and insects. This member of the crane family lives in the short grasslands of Eastern and Southern Africa. This species is one of the largest birds capable of flight but avoids flying unless threatened.
| WBC-133 | Museum Quality: $160.00 |
Order Online with our secure shopping cart at www.skullsunlimited.com/kori-bustard-skull.html
Order by phone at 1800-659-SKULL or 405-794-9300
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WBC-133 Kori Bustard Skull
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WTQ-302 Dodo Skull
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Dodo Skull
Raphus cucullatus
The dodo, now extinct, once inhabited the small island of Mauritius, located near Madagascar. This large flightless bird was easy prey for mariners and colonists as a food source. Over hunting coupled with the introduction of domestic dogs, cats and pigs lead to the dodo's extinction in 1861. The dodo's name comes from the early Dutch and Portuguese who visited Mauritius who referred to it as sluggish and foolish in appearance.
| WTQ-302 | Teaching Quality: $180.00 |
Order Online with our secure shopping cart at www.skullsunlimited.com/dodo-skull.html
Order by phone at 1800-659-SKULL or 405-794-9300
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Stay tuned for the February 2007 SUI newsletter featuring museum updates, new products and Skulls Unlimited news. |
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