Name: Bat Skeleton in Acrylic
Brand: Real Insect Company
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Bat Skeleton in Acrylic-Skeletons-Real Insect Company-PaxtonGate

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7.1 x 5.4 x 1.9 inches

Bats are amazing little creatures with a reputation shrouded in legends and mystery. From being the transformation of a unholy blood sucker to a symbol of good luck and fortune, these masters of nocturnal hunting have stirred the imaginations of millions.

Bat mythology is rich and varied across cultures. In many traditions, bats are seen as symbols of transformation, rebirth, and the link between life and death due to their nocturnal nature and ability to navigate the dark. In ancient China, bats are considered symbols of good fortune and happiness, while in some Native American legends, they represent intuition and adaptability. Conversely, in Western folklore, bats are often associated with darkness, witchcraft, and vampires, symbolizing fear and the unknown. Their mysterious presence in the night has inspired awe and superstition throughout history.

Aside from their cultural significance, bats are also extremely interesting creatures. They are the only mammals capable of flight and make up one-quarter of all mammal species on the planet. Bats play a vital role in controlling insect populations. In one cave in Texas alone, it's estimated that the 20 million Mexican free-tailed bats living there eat about 200 tons of insects each night. Think of the money saved on cortisone cream!

All skulls and bones vary slightly in size and shape. You will receive a high quality specimen of the selected item but not the exact one pictured.

All orders ship same or next business day with exception to oversized items. Those items will be identified in the description (Items such as large taxidermy, skulls or exceedingly heavy minerals).

If the subtotal of your order is over $98 the shipping is free (the discount is applied automatically to the cart at checkout)

If there is an issue with your order or something arrives damaged, we will refund or replace the item.

Oversized items are only available for pick-up or if you arrange the shipping yourself. This will be indicated in the item description. However, we do have a very reliable and affordable option for shipping. For more information, please click here. We can also work with a shipping provider of your choosing.

For more information surrounding shipping or shipping rates, please email us at Orders@PaxtonGate.com

Here at Paxton Gate, we have a deep fascination and respect for the natural world. Central to our ethos is the commitment to ethically source all our products. Each item in our collection, including taxidermy, skulls, bones, sea life, and other specimens of natural science, undergoes thorough scrutiny to meet our stringent standards. For more information about our ethical sourcing policy, click here.