Vertebrates
What are vertebrates?
Vertebrates are a part of the phylum Chordata.
They differ from invertebrates due to the presence of vertebrae (back bone), cranium (skull) and other embryonical and developmental features.
Despite the relatively small size of the vertebrate group in comparison to the sheer number of invertebrate species, they are the most diverse group in regard to body forms, size and ecology.
What vertebrates do we have in our collection?
We have specimens from every group of vertebrates which can be found in the central display cabinets of the museum.
Mammals can be found in the first 3 cabinets to the right of the entrance
Birds are slightly to the left of the entrance
Reptiles and Amphibians share the 5th cabinet
Fish are in the furthest left cabinet.
To discover more about each group and view pictures of specimens we have on display click on the group and it will take you to a dedicated information page.
The collection is made up of a mix of skeletons, taxidermy, models and spirit jars containing developmental forms, full bodies, anatomical and physiological displays.
Skeletons
Taxidermy
Models
Spirit Jars