Rufous-sided Towhee

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image portrays a mounted specimen of a bird, likely a sparrow-type or small songbird, resting upon a textured, bark-like base, with a tag attached, and set against a draped black fabric background that contrasts with the bird's dusky brown tones, soft chestnut underbelly, and subtly highlighted feather patterns, providing a naturalistic but static display intended for educational or observational purposes, the meticulous craftsmanship indicating either taxidermy or artistic representation; this setup contributes to an ambiance of curated natural history, evoking a sense of contemplative observation akin to exhibits found in museums or collections dedicated to ornithology or the study of avian species, where such items are valued for their ability to bring an abstract understanding of wildlife into a tangible, three-dimensional experience that informs and inspires an appreciation for avian diversity, ecological roles, and the intricacies of nature, ultimately inviting viewers to reflect on the delicate beauty and complexity of life forms that share our world.

The image portrays a mounted specimen of a bird, likely a sparrow-type or small songbird, resting upon a textured, bark-like base, with a tag attached, and set against a draped black fabric background that contrasts with the bird's dusky brown tones, soft chestnut underbelly, and subtly highlighted feather patterns, providing a naturalistic but static display intended for educational or observational purposes, the meticulous craftsmanship indicating either taxidermy or artistic representation; this setup contributes to an ambiance of curated natural history, evoking a sense of contemplative observation akin to exhibits found in museums or collections dedicated to ornithology or the study of avian species, where such items are valued for their ability to bring an abstract understanding of wildlife into a tangible, three-dimensional experience that informs and inspires an appreciation for avian diversity, ecological roles, and the intricacies of nature, ultimately inviting viewers to reflect on the delicate beauty and complexity of life forms that share our world.

Name/Title

Rufous-sided Towhee

Entry/Object ID

1975.1.337

Description

Rufous-sided Towhee/Full mount FEMALE Sex of Specimen: Female

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Made/Created

Notes

Preparator: Joe Meeder

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

BIRD

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 26, 1978

Relationships

Related Places

Place

Location

Honey Creek Conservation Area

County

Andrew County

State/Province

Missouri

Provenance

Notes

Date Collected: 1973-04-24 Collected by: Don Reynolds