20th Apr, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Natural History: A Framed Display of Tarantula Carapaces, modern, a display of 27 various sized Tarantula carapaces, naturally shed throughout their lives to accommodate growth, frame size 61cm by 5.5cm by 65.5cm.
Molting is a natural process experienced by animals with an exoskeleton. As the animal grows, the outer shell, or carapace, does not grow with it, so it must be discarded in favor of a newer, bigger one. ... Tarantulas molt about every six months and some continue to molt throughout their lives.
Sold for £400
Estimated at £150 - £200
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 20th Apr, 2022
To include a collection of Indian and European Game Trophies from Kilberry Castle, Argyll. Many of the trophies date from the second half of the 19th century, with rare and historical specimens including Asian Water Buffalos, Astor Markhors, Bengal Tigers, Indian Leopards and Himalayan Tahr.
Entries are now invited for the next Natural History & Taxidermy Sale on 2 September 2022
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Tuesday 19 April 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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