Object numberRCSHC/1480
Scientific nameCorvus corax
CollectionHunterian
CategoryWet preparations
Object nameTongue, Larynx, Organs of Taste, Mounted wet tissue
DescriptionTongue and larynx of a raven.
The tongue is broad and flat, sheathed with horn, and deeply cleft: its posterior angles are armed each with two strong retroverted spines.
Production date 1760 - 1793
Preparator
Owner/user
presented
Physical Location
Location
Not on public display: contact museum for access conditions
Physical Information
Physical descriptionWet preparation of tissue mounted in a circular glass jar with a glass lid.
Materialglass (material), Kaiserling III, silicone
Corvus corax
Dimensions
whole height: 141 mm
whole diameter: 61 mm
whole weight: 462 g
whole diameter: 61 mm
whole weight: 462 g