9th Aug, 2019 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Taxidermy: Southern Ground Hornbill in Flight (Bucorvus leadbeateri), circa early 20th century,...
Taxidermy: Southern Ground Hornbill in Flight (Bucorvus leadbeateri), circa early 20th century, a large full mount male in flying pose, with wings outstretched, within a plain white painted interior, re-cased within a large ebonised period style single-glass display case 122cm by 40.5cm by 158.5cm
The Southern Ground Hornbill is the largest species of hornbill and are native only to Africa, these are carnivorous birds hunting mostly upon the ground eating insects and small animals. In the wild lifespans can reach 50-60 years, and in captivity upwards of 70 years.
Not SoldThe Southern Ground Hornbill is the largest species of hornbill and are native only to Africa, these are carnivorous birds hunting mostly upon the ground eating insects and small animals. In the wild lifespans can reach 50-60 years, and in captivity upwards of 70 years.
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,200
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 9th Aug, 2019
Natural History & Taxidermy
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