Blackbird, Turdus merula, AV3156
Physical Description
Study skin of medium-sized bird with body and tail straight, wings folded back against the body, and legs parallel. Some downy feathers are visible. The beak has been tied shut with a string, and there is a second string inserted into the neck of the specimen on the PL side.
Field Collection
WaitatiMeasurements
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 46 x 56 x 260mmSex
FemaleAll Rights Reserved