Walrus tusks

CAMAI! Alaska Fur Exchange specializes in unique alaska gifts , keepsakes and alaskan art. We also carry a wide variety of alaska made jade , ivory , arctic opal and alaska gold nugget jewelry, fur hats , Fur accessories , fur coats , fur Mittens , earmuffs , fur slippers , fur mukluks , fox fur , beaver fur , wolf fur , as well as Native arts , native masks , native spirit wheels , Ulu Knives , scrimshaw Ivory and Eskimo Dolls.

The Walrus is home to the ice covered costal regions of the world. Explore this amazing animal in this article. Appearance With their huge and distinct tusks the Walrus looks like something that has been around since dinosaur-times. In fact, it’s the only species within its family, Odobenidae, that still exists today.Sometimes they go by the name “morse”. #AnimalList

Walrus Tusk With Hunter Scrimshaw - Miller Kingeekuk | Maruskiya's of Nome Alaska Native Art

All mammals share at least three physical characteristics; hair, three ear bones (incus, malleus, and stapes) and the ability to produce milk. They are one of the most diverse classes of animals in the world with an enormous range in size, dietary preference, and behavior.

Busacca Gallery - A premier free online consignment service of quality works of art and antiques

As thousands of walrus come ashore, they congregate in large groups known as “haulouts.” These mass gatherings are dangerous and even deadly for the animals.

Imagine what it would be like to live in a really cold place like the Arctic? Brrrr! How would you keep yourself warm? Your mission is to pretend to be an animal in the Arctic and find out whether a layer of fat can really keep out the cold. This activity relates to the topics of insulation and…