SANDHILL CRANE

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a taxidermy bird displayed against a backdrop of wooden paneling. The bird's plumage is various shades of brown, with intricate feather details visible in the lighting. The bird is mounted on a wooden base, and its head is pointed downward in a natural posture. The background consists of wooden panels with a distinct grain pattern, while the bird stands on a black cloth draped over the surface. The lighting casts a warm glow over the scene, highlighting the textures and details of both the bird and the background. The taxidermy specimen is positioned such that its legs and claws are clearly visible, and there appears to be a small tag attached to one of the legs. The overall composition of the image suggests an intentional display, possibly within a museum or educational setting, aiming to showcase the bird’s anatomy and plumage. The combination of the wooden backdrop and the careful arrangement creates a cohesive visual presentation that emphasizes the natural beauty of the bird within a controlled environment.

The image shows a taxidermy bird displayed against a backdrop of wooden paneling. The bird's plumage is various shades of brown, with intricate feather details visible in the lighting. The bird is mounted on a wooden base, and its head is pointed downward in a natural posture. The background consists of wooden panels with a distinct grain pattern, while the bird stands on a black cloth draped over the surface. The lighting casts a warm glow over the scene, highlighting the textures and details of both the bird and the background. The taxidermy specimen is positioned such that its legs and claws are clearly visible, and there appears to be a small tag attached to one of the legs. The overall composition of the image suggests an intentional display, possibly within a museum or educational setting, aiming to showcase the bird’s anatomy and plumage. The combination of the wooden backdrop and the careful arrangement creates a cohesive visual presentation that emphasizes the natural beauty of the bird within a controlled environment.

Name/Title

SANDHILL CRANE

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.31

Description

FULL MOUNT/ BOTH EYES MISSING Kingdom: Animalia (Animals) Class: Aves (Birds) Sex of Specimen: Female

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

SANDHILL CRANE

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 12, 1978