Great Blue Heron

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

In the image, there is a taxidermied bird, likely a heron, mounted on a wooden base in front of a wooden paneled backdrop. The bird exhibits a long neck, sleek head, and sharp beak, with feathers that transition from a light gray on the neck to darker shades on the wings and body. The heron's posture, with its head turned slightly to the right, suggests a vigilant or observant stance. The texture of the feathers appears intricate, capturing a lifelike quality despite the bird being a preserved specimen. The surrounding wooden surfaces, including a door with visible metal handles, add a natural and rustic ambiance to the scene, juxtaposing the elegance of the bird with the simplicity of its environment. The lighting highlights the bird’s detailed features, casting subtle shadows that enhance the overall three-dimensional appearance. Additionally, a small tag is attached to the base, likely indicating identifying information about the bird or the collection.

In the image, there is a taxidermied bird, likely a heron, mounted on a wooden base in front of a wooden paneled backdrop. The bird exhibits a long neck, sleek head, and sharp beak, with feathers that transition from a light gray on the neck to darker shades on the wings and body. The heron's posture, with its head turned slightly to the right, suggests a vigilant or observant stance. The texture of the feathers appears intricate, capturing a lifelike quality despite the bird being a preserved specimen. The surrounding wooden surfaces, including a door with visible metal handles, add a natural and rustic ambiance to the scene, juxtaposing the elegance of the bird with the simplicity of its environment. The lighting highlights the bird’s detailed features, casting subtle shadows that enhance the overall three-dimensional appearance. Additionally, a small tag is attached to the base, likely indicating identifying information about the bird or the collection.

Name/Title

Great Blue Heron

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.141

Description

FULL MOUNT/GREAT BLUE HERON Kingdom: Animalia (Animals) Class: Aves (Birds) Sex of Specimen: Unknown

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

HERON

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 12, 1978