Bald Eagle

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a majestic bird of prey, likely an eagle, perched on a branch inside an enclosure. Its feathers are a rich blend of dark brown and lighter shades, giving a mottled appearance that is both striking and natural. The bird's sharp, curved beak is prominently displayed, indicating its predatory nature. Its talons grip the branch tightly, showcasing their impressive size and strength. The eagle's intense gaze is focused and piercing, embodying the essence of a keen hunter. The setting appears to be an indoor display, as suggested by the glass reflection and background elements.

The image depicts a majestic bird of prey, likely an eagle, perched on a branch inside an enclosure. Its feathers are a rich blend of dark brown and lighter shades, giving a mottled appearance that is both striking and natural. The bird's sharp, curved beak is prominently displayed, indicating its predatory nature. Its talons grip the branch tightly, showcasing their impressive size and strength. The eagle's intense gaze is focused and piercing, embodying the essence of a keen hunter. The setting appears to be an indoor display, as suggested by the glass reflection and background elements.

Name/Title

Bald Eagle

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.283

Description

FULL MOUNT/IMMATURE/BALD EAGLE Kingdom: Animalia (Animals) Class: Aves (Birds)

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term

Eagle

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 12, 1978

Relationships

Related Places

Place

Location

Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge

State/Province

Missouri

Provenance

Notes

Date Collected: 1950-11-29 Collected by: HENRY MUNKRES