The Oryx Gazella or Gemsbok can be found in arid climates scattered across Africa. The average height for a mature Gemsbok is four feet at the shoulders and seven feet long from head to tail. Quite an outstanding species with a dignified black patch extending between their long almost straight horns which rise in a towering V shape. Gemsboks are an aggressive species and are extremely dangerous when sick or injured whereas they will attack people. This animal can survive through severe climatic changes such as droughts better than most species.
The skull and horn set offered above has been immersed in boiling water for an appropriate time as to ensure that any matter other than bone, horn or teeth is removed. The skull and horn has been thoroughly disinfected in particular with hydrogen peroxide where parts consisting of bone are concerned.
Due to the fragile nature of this selection please do not expect this item to be in perfect form. A jaw tooth or small bone might be missing especially in the nasal cavity. Neither will detract from the overall presentation of the piece. We have done everything possible to ensure physical correctness.
This set consists of a skull and two horns. The horns are removable. Numbered metal inspection tags have been left in place to further verify authenticity and certification.
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