Real Chacma Baboon Skull - Female - Fused Atlas

This real Chacma baboon skull specimen represents a significant primate study piece, distinguished by the fused atlas vertebra—a notable anatomical feature that enhances its educational and scientific value. The female specimen showcases the characteristic facial structure and dental morphology essential for comparative primatology research and museum displays. Ideal for academic institutions, medical education programs, and serious collectors, this museum-quality specimen provides detailed skeletal anatomy for examination and analysis.

Chacma baboons are primates found throughout Africa. They have a dark brown to black fur, with a light underside and a white muzzle. Chacma baboons are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of fruits, seeds, flowers, leaves, roots, insects and small animals. They are highly social and live in large troops of up to 50 individuals. Chacma baboons are very vocal and use a variety of calls to communicate with each other. They are also very brave and will defend themselves against predators when necessary.

• Presents with the atlas vertebra fused to the base of the skull
• Skull Length 16.7 cm (6.6 in)
• Skull Width 9.7 cm (3.8 in)
• Skull Height 10.5 cm (4.1 in)