Bird

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a preserved ovenbird mounted on a simple wooden stand. The bird is positioned with its head bent downward as if preening, showcasing its brown and white plumage. Its legs are delicately attached to a small branch that serves as the mount's central support. The stand is labeled with a small oval tag that reads "Ovenbird," indicating the species of the bird. The background is a dark, textured fabric that provides contrast and highlights the details of the ovenbird's feathers and the simplicity of the mount's construction. The overall presentation suggests a scientific or educational context, possibly within a museum or a nature exhibit setting. The dark backdrop and the natural position of the bird give it a lifelike appearance, inviting viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship involved in the preservation and display.

The image depicts a preserved ovenbird mounted on a simple wooden stand. The bird is positioned with its head bent downward as if preening, showcasing its brown and white plumage. Its legs are delicately attached to a small branch that serves as the mount's central support. The stand is labeled with a small oval tag that reads "Ovenbird," indicating the species of the bird. The background is a dark, textured fabric that provides contrast and highlights the details of the ovenbird's feathers and the simplicity of the mount's construction. The overall presentation suggests a scientific or educational context, possibly within a museum or a nature exhibit setting. The dark backdrop and the natural position of the bird give it a lifelike appearance, inviting viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship involved in the preservation and display.

Name/Title

Bird

Entry/Object ID

1988.1.179

Description

Bird/Ovenbird/Adult/Seiurus aurocapillus

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

BIRD

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair