Blackbird, Turdus merula, AV3238
Physical Description
Study skin of a medium-sized bird with body and tail straight, wings folded back against the body, and legs crossed. Some downy feathers are visible. There are tears in the skin behind the left eye and behind the head. There is a string loosely tied around the beak, and caught in some feathers on the PL side.
Field Collection
DunedinMeasurements
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 51 x 56 x 260mmSex
MaleAll Rights Reserved