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Embalmed whale on tour in England, 1931
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Embalmed whale on tour in England, 1931
A 45 foot whale, the largest ever seen in England, which weighs more than 20 tons, is on a tour of England. It was caught off the coast of Norway and embalmed by Mr. Stannwitz, the British Museum expert
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Aquatic Carcass Cetacea Cetacean Dead Embalmed Epitheria Eutheria Exhibit Great Britain Mammalia Photograph Placental Mammal Theria
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In this photograph, a crowd gathers outside on a sun-drenched day in England, 1931, as they eagerly anticipate the arrival of an extraordinary exhibit. The object of their fascination is a 45-foot long whale, the largest ever seen in England, which weighs an astonishing 20 tons. This colossal mammal, a cetacean belonging to the order Cetacea and the class Mammalia, was caught off the coast of Norway and meticulously embalmed by none other than Mr. Stannwitz, the esteemed expert from the British Museum. The thrill in the air is palpable as the crowd, a mix of Europeans from various backgrounds, eagerly awaits the opportunity to witness this natural wonder up close. The embalmed carcass, a testament to the intricacies of scientific preservation, is a rare sight, especially for those who have never before encountered such a large placental mammal, belonging to the subclass Eutheria and the infrclass Theria. The whale, a magnificent example of the epitheria, or the group that includes mammals and their closest relatives, is a sight to behold. Its presence in England is a unique opportunity for education and wonder, as the public is given a rare glimpse into the world of aquatic mammals, their anatomy, and the intricacies of their existence. As the sun beats down on the crowd, the excitement builds, and the anticipation of the day's events is almost tangible. The embalmed whale's tour of England is a testament to the enduring fascination humans have with the natural world, and the desire to learn and explore, even the most mysterious and elusive of creatures.
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