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Natural Science Resources

The Museum of Archaeology also manages and preserves the Department of Biological Sciences' unique collection of natural specimens. Originally used for teaching, this diverse collection includes skeletal remains, antler trophies, taxidermy, insects, eggs (oology), preserved specimens (spirit collection), and an herbarium.

About the Natural Science Collection Bioscience at Durham University

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We welcome anyone who wishes to study our collections. Find out more about searching our collections online and how to make a research appointment.

A selection of images from the Bioscience Collection