Spotted Hyena
(Crocuta crocuta )
carnassial tooth

Click here to print

DOWNLOADS:
TXT	text file, 79 KB

MODEL DESCRIPTION: This model of a carnassial tooth was generated using a custom True Basic program by inputting a 2-dimensional set of nodes at the model's base and two vertical 2-d sections of nodes at the ends of the model.

PROJECT: This model was created to investigate stresses within the enamel of the upper carnassial of the spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta).

ORGANISM: The spotted hyena is the largest living member of the family Hyaenidae (Order Carnivora) and is a common predator in Sub-Saharan Africa.

CITATION: Rensberger, J.M. & Stefen, C. 2006. Functional differentiation of the microstructure in the upper carnassial enamel of the spotted hyena. Palaeontographica Abteilung A Palaeozoologie Stratigraphie 278: 149-162.

CONTACT: For more information please contact John Rensberger .