Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities

Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities
Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities
Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities
Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities
Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities

Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities
Very Rare Congenital Malformation, Caudal Duplication / Polymelia Cyclops A remarkable taxidermy specimen of a young goat displaying a striking congenital developmental abnormality, characterized by multiple supernumerary limbs and an apparent duplication of the caudal/pelvic region. The specimen is consistent with caudal duplication (dipygus) with supernumerary pelvic limbs, a rare form of congenital developmental anomaly in which the posterior portion of the body develops abnormally or partially duplicates. The animal has a single head and markedly abnormal pelvic anatomy, with several additional limbs extending from the posterior region. The specimen also displays pronounced craniofacial asymmetry and unusual orbital and auricular development. A highly unusual example of congenital animal pathology and teratology, presented as a preserved taxidermy specimen on a black display base. A fascinating piece of veterinary teratology and natural-history history.
Congenital Malformation, Polymelia Cyclops very rare taxidermy oddities