Yellow headed Blackbird

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a taxidermied bird perched on a wooden base, set against a dark fabric background. The bird has a striking yellow head and breast, while the rest of its body is primarily black with some white markings visible on its wings. Its beak is sharp and dark, complementing its piercing gaze. The bird's feet are firmly attached to the wooden stand, which appears to have a small handwritten tag dangling from it, likely containing identifying information such as the species and date. The overall lighting casts soft shadows around the bird, highlighting its vivid colors and detailed plumage, creating a visually striking contrast with the muted backdrop.

The image features a taxidermied bird perched on a wooden base, set against a dark fabric background. The bird has a striking yellow head and breast, while the rest of its body is primarily black with some white markings visible on its wings. Its beak is sharp and dark, complementing its piercing gaze. The bird's feet are firmly attached to the wooden stand, which appears to have a small handwritten tag dangling from it, likely containing identifying information such as the species and date. The overall lighting casts soft shadows around the bird, highlighting its vivid colors and detailed plumage, creating a visually striking contrast with the muted backdrop.

Name/Title

Yellow headed Blackbird

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.490 A

Description

Yellow headed Blackbird/Full mount

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

BIRD

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 26, 1978