Western weka, Gallirallus australis australis, AV7755

Physical Description

Skin of a weka, with the innards removed but no stuffing in the skin. The wings are alongside the body, the head is folded forward and the legs are held together with a rubber band around the ankles. The skin appears to have had no treatment. Cardboard is holding the skin flat.

Field Collection

North West Nelson

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 80 x 220 x 380mm