Re: Roadkills

Anthea wrote "Unfortunately the specimen was definitely 'high' and not suitable
for the Museum".  

I beg to differ.  Most museums are more than happy to receive specimens that are definitely 'high'.  While such specimens won't make a study skin they make perfectly good skeletons or other features of the specimen may be of value.  Many museums are trying to build on their collection of skeletal material.

If in doubt get in touch with the museum in your state and see what they will accept.  The biggest issue might be storing bodies that are well past their prime.

Cheers

David

David Geering
Threatened Species Unit
NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 2111
Dubbo  NSW  2830
Ph: 02 6883 5335 or Freecall 1800 621 056
Fax: 02 6884 9382



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