Cape pigeon, Daption capense, AV6673

Physical Description

Study skin of grey and white sea bird lying on its back, with the body in a straight line with the head and tail. The head is tilted so the beak is pointing forward, and the beak is tied closed with string. Legs are crossed in front of the tail and tied together with string at the ankle. Wings are folded against the body. Length of wooden skewer is protruding from the abdominal cavity alongside the tail.

Field Collection

Otaki

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 85 x 95 x 350mm

Sex

Female