Little Blue Heron

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

In the image, there is a taxidermy bird, resembling a heron or egret, with soft white feathers and a long, slender neck, positioned gracefully on a rectangular wooden base. The bird is perched in a poised stance with its beak pointed downward, as if searching for a hidden morsel. This setup rests on a dark, textured fabric, providing a striking contrast to the delicate form of the bird. The background is a wall of light-colored wood panels with a distinct grain pattern, enhancing the rustic and natural ambiance of the scene. The bird's legs are thin and slightly bent, secured to the base with carefully positioned wires. The lighting casts gentle shadows, emphasizing the bird's elegant curves and intricate feather details, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

In the image, there is a taxidermy bird, resembling a heron or egret, with soft white feathers and a long, slender neck, positioned gracefully on a rectangular wooden base. The bird is perched in a poised stance with its beak pointed downward, as if searching for a hidden morsel. This setup rests on a dark, textured fabric, providing a striking contrast to the delicate form of the bird. The background is a wall of light-colored wood panels with a distinct grain pattern, enhancing the rustic and natural ambiance of the scene. The bird's legs are thin and slightly bent, secured to the base with carefully positioned wires. The lighting casts gentle shadows, emphasizing the bird's elegant curves and intricate feather details, creating a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

Name/Title

Little Blue Heron

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.148

Description

FULL MOUNT/LITTLE BLUE 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