Extremely rare fox shark jaw with a large eye. Taxidermy full body mount - Alopias superciliosus - 16 cm - 26 cm - 7.5 cm - 1
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Specimen: rare fox-eyed shark jaw (Alopias superciliosus) from Madagascar, year 2012, weight 800 g, dimensions 26 × 16 × 7.5 cm, in good condition.
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The bigeye thresher shark (Alopias superciliosus) is a lamniform shark belonging to the Alopiidae family. Both the common name and the scientific name refer to the tail fin (which reminded early observers of the species of the tail of a fox) and to the large eyes, which sit in orbits that allow them to rotate upward and are surmounted by distinctive grooves starting from the top of the head. It is one of the few modern shark species for which fossil remains have been found: specifically in Japan, in the Hokuriku region. And fossils found in the Mediterranean most likely belong to this species as well. This marine creature inhabits the tropical and temperate waters of all the oceans, including the Mediterranean Sea.
Huge eyes, then, capable of turning upward to hunt in low-light conditions. A very long tail capable of reaching half of the animal's total length. On the head there are two deep grooves on the upper part of the head that start behind the eyes. Adults typically measure between 3.3 and 4 meters, with maximum peaks recorded near 4.9 meters. The back ranges from gray-purple to brown, while the belly is cream or whitish. Alopias superciliosus is an oceanic species that is both epipelagic and mesopelagic; it usually moves between the surface and 500 meters deep. It uses its extraordinary tail as a real whip to stun schools of fish and cephalopods on which it feeds. Reproduction is ovoviviparous with uterine cannibalism (oophagy), resulting in the birth of only 2–4 young at a time.
Very beautiful lot, clean and well-preserved taxidermy, jaw of one of the rarest shark specimens.
Display base not included.
Happy bidding.
Seller's Story
We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
decorative objects
A continuous journey through time and...
Space for the search for testimonies.
Precious.
Passion is the fire that fuels.
Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
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Ongoing research of new developments and
Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
main objectives
Just observe like a collector.
He manages the objects in his display case.
As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
Walter Benjamin
Translated by Google TranslateThe bigeye thresher shark (Alopias superciliosus) is a lamniform shark belonging to the Alopiidae family. Both the common name and the scientific name refer to the tail fin (which reminded early observers of the species of the tail of a fox) and to the large eyes, which sit in orbits that allow them to rotate upward and are surmounted by distinctive grooves starting from the top of the head. It is one of the few modern shark species for which fossil remains have been found: specifically in Japan, in the Hokuriku region. And fossils found in the Mediterranean most likely belong to this species as well. This marine creature inhabits the tropical and temperate waters of all the oceans, including the Mediterranean Sea.
Huge eyes, then, capable of turning upward to hunt in low-light conditions. A very long tail capable of reaching half of the animal's total length. On the head there are two deep grooves on the upper part of the head that start behind the eyes. Adults typically measure between 3.3 and 4 meters, with maximum peaks recorded near 4.9 meters. The back ranges from gray-purple to brown, while the belly is cream or whitish. Alopias superciliosus is an oceanic species that is both epipelagic and mesopelagic; it usually moves between the surface and 500 meters deep. It uses its extraordinary tail as a real whip to stun schools of fish and cephalopods on which it feeds. Reproduction is ovoviviparous with uterine cannibalism (oophagy), resulting in the birth of only 2–4 young at a time.
Very beautiful lot, clean and well-preserved taxidermy, jaw of one of the rarest shark specimens.
Display base not included.
Happy bidding.
Seller's Story
We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
decorative objects
A continuous journey through time and...
Space for the search for testimonies.
Precious.
Passion is the fire that fuels.
Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
objects
Ongoing research of new developments and
Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
main objectives
Just observe like a collector.
He manages the objects in his display case.
As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
Walter Benjamin
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Extremely rare fox shark jaw with a large eye.
Scientific name
Alopias superciliosus
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2012
Weight
800 g
Height
16 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
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