Black Caiman
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The Black Caiman is an impressive creature that inhabits the lush and mysterious tropical jungles of South America. Scientifically known as Melanosuchus niger, this reptile is considered one of the largest and most formidable predators on the continent where it lives.
The black alligator stands out for its imposing size and intimidating appearance. Males can reach lengths of up to 6 meters, while females are slightly smaller. Its body is covered by shiny black scaly skin, which gives it perfect camouflage in the shadows of the dense forests where it lives.
The black alligator's head is broad and powerful, with a series of sharp, stout teeth that are designed to tear and crush the flesh of its prey. Their jaws are capable of exerting impressive force, allowing them to catch and subdue large animals. In addition, they have excellent vision and acute hearing, which makes them fearsome hunters.
These formidable predators are mostly aquatic and feel at home in the region's rivers, lakes, and swamps. They are excellent swimmers and their bodies are adapted to move swiftly and stealthily in the water. Their eyes and nostrils are located on the top of their heads, allowing them to remain partially submerged while keeping an eye on their prey.
The black caiman is omnivorous, although its diet consists mainly of meat. It feeds on a wide variety of animals, from fish and crustaceans to smaller birds, mammals and reptiles. Due to their size and strength, they have few natural threats, allowing them to occupy the top rung of the food chain. Despite their reputation as fearsome predators, black caimans also play an important role in the ecological balance of their habitat. They act as population controllers by regulating the number of their prey, preventing excessive growth of certain species.
Furthermore, their presence contributes to the health of aquatic ecosystems by decomposing organic matter and providing habitats for other species. Unfortunately, the black caiman faces significant threats due to poaching and loss of its natural habitat. The demand for its skin and the alteration of the ecosystems where it lives have drastically decreased its populations in many areas. As a result, they are protected by international laws and treaties, and efforts are made to conserve and preserve their existence.
The black caiman is a true treasure of nature, a majestic creature that embodies the power and beauty of the wild. Their presence in South American ecosystems is invaluable, and it is our duty to protect them and ensure their survival for future generations.
Approximate measurements of the black alligator:
- 1:24 scale - 137 mm long
- 1:15 Scale - 219 mm long
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Collector's item ; Hyper-realistic replica, highly detailed and with a high degree of scientific precision.
Made to scale, prototyped in resin and with a scenic base in most of the models offered. If you like miniatures, both for collecting and for painting, we offer you a wide variety of scale replicas; All of them related to dinosaurs, extinct prehistoric fauna and current fauna.
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We are authorized distributors of all the replicas and figures we offer. We use 3D printers with 8K - 14K resolution, and high-quality resins with additives to improve hardness and flexibility, thus offering replicas of impeccable quality.
Different scales will be used to make the replicas (depending on the size of the species), although we are open to making other suggested scales upon request as long as they fit in our printing trays, for which you will have to contact us via email and request the required size.
Replicas are supplied with the option of airbrush priming in dark grey. If you require another colour, please let us know which one you prefer in the box with special instructions for the seller. Without priming, we do not guarantee that the resin will accept paint.
We also offer the option of choosing a professionally painted replica, which is agreed upon throughout its development with the painter, through a private chat available.
Complete replica (one piece): We supply complete replicas in those models that are small, and models that are medium, large or not very bulky, will have the prerogative of being presented as a complete replica or assembly kit as the case may be.
Complete replicas will be supplied separately from their base.
Replica assembly kit: We supply replicas whose models are large, very large or bulky, only with this option.
The indicated replicas (generally composed of base, head, body and tail) will come prepared for the subsequent assembly that will be required by the client, by sanding, putty, adhesive or technique chosen by the client.
All replicas are thoroughly inspected before shipping and will be carefully packaged to prevent damage during transport.
Information about the models
The poses of the models aim to represent each character in the most scientifically viable way, thus revealing the life and customs of prehistoric and modern fauna.
Each character has its own personality and develops in different life scenarios; birth, adolescence and play, hunting, feeding, fighting, courtship, death and many other scenes from their daily life, always from the creative perspective of their designers.
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All orders are individually prepared on the cutter for subsequent prototyping, obtaining a resin part that will require post-processing by manual and ultrasonic cleaning, support removal, ultraviolet curing, labeling and packaging.
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We offer both our own physical replicas and those that have been modeled by many of the best 3D designers, in order to offer you the greatest possible variety.
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