If Charles Darwin and Danny Elfman opened a store together, it would be Evolution. I first discovered this place when I lived in New York in 1995, and I still visit whenever I'm in SoHo.
Their replica skull collection is my favorite. I love how these familiar animals seem like mythological beasts without their identifying skin and muscle. Someday, I hope to have one of these sitting on my coffee table.
Hippopotamus, $1349
Tarsier, $79
Pelican, $154
Manatee, $359
Giraffe, $649
Giant Chinese Salamander, $97