Alison Styring

Attached is a very brief powerpoint presentation that shows some problems with the Natural History Museum’s bird specimen cabinets and how those problems have led to a protracted and damaging pest infestation.

Dermestid infestation

The bird collections are frequently used in programs, independent research, and artistic work.  They represent a wonderful archive of natural history education and training based at The Evergreen State College.  Maintaining this treasure is essential to ongoing teaching of vertebrate biology, evolution, ecology, and natural history.