HERON

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a taxidermied bird with a long, sharp beak standing on a wooden base, against a warm-colored wooden backdrop. The bird appears to have intricate feather patterns, showcasing shades of dark brown, black, and hints of other colors, which emphasize its natural beauty and detail. Its legs are slender and elongated, and a small tag is attached to one leg, perhaps indicating information about the specimen. The background reveals wood grain texture, creating a rustic and natural environment that complements the exhibit. The lighting is soft, highlighting the bird's features while casting gentle shadows on the surface below, and giving the scene a warm ambiance.

The image features a taxidermied bird with a long, sharp beak standing on a wooden base, against a warm-colored wooden backdrop. The bird appears to have intricate feather patterns, showcasing shades of dark brown, black, and hints of other colors, which emphasize its natural beauty and detail. Its legs are slender and elongated, and a small tag is attached to one leg, perhaps indicating information about the specimen. The background reveals wood grain texture, creating a rustic and natural environment that complements the exhibit. The lighting is soft, highlighting the bird's features while casting gentle shadows on the surface below, and giving the scene a warm ambiance.

Name/Title

HERON

Entry/Object ID

455/18898

Description

GREEN-BACKED/FULL MOUNT/BREEDING Kingdom: Animalia (Animals) Class: Aves (Birds) Sex of Specimen: Unknown

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Made/Created

Notes

Preparator: RALPH VELICH

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

HERON

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 12, 1978