{"product_id":"real-hippopotamus-skull-impaired","title":"Real Hippopotamus Skull - Impaired","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis Real Hippopotamus Skull specimen showcases the formidable anatomy of Africa's most dangerous large animal. The skull displays natural tusk variation—left tusk measuring 8\" and right tusk 7\"—with the jaw pinned in a partially open position for anatomical study. The maxilla exhibits historical damage that has been professionally repaired, making this an authentic educational piece for museums, educational institutions, and serious collectors. A remarkable example of one of nature's most powerful herbivores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eThis specimen originates from Frank J. Zitz \u0026amp; Co., Inc. in New York, a company historically recognized for supplying museum-quality natural history specimens and taxidermy pieces. Carefully mounted to preserve anatomical accuracy and authentic form, this piece reflects traditional taxidermy craftsmanship and attention to detail, making it a true statement display for any collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeft tusk: 8” showing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRight tusk: 7” showing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaw is pinned partially open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresents with damage to the maxilla that has been repaired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eDue to this specimen's size, additional shipping charges will apply. Please contact our sales team for a custom shipping quote!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frank J. Zitz \u0026 Co., Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64154322207089,"sku":"FZI-HIPPOPOTAMUS","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1467\/6660\/files\/Hippo1_quarterturn.jpg?v=1783435716","url":"https:\/\/www.skullsunlimited.com\/products\/real-hippopotamus-skull-impaired","provider":"Skulls Unlimited International, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}