Corsac Fox Taxidermy Mount №1

Description

This artifact is a taxidermy mount of a corsac fox (Vulpes corsac), prepared using the animal’s natural hide and fur. The corsac fox is a member of the dog family (Canidae) and is a characteristic predator of the steppes and semi-deserts of Kazakhstan and Central Asia. The specimen preserves the species’ distinctive features, including its pale yellowish-gray coat, black ears, and bushy light-colored tail. The animal is displayed in an alert posture with its mouth partially open, revealing its teeth and illustrating its natural defensive or hunting behavior. The exhibit is an important zoological specimen used to demonstrate the biodiversity of Kazakhstan and the techniques of modern taxidermy in museum collections.
Date: 8 September 2015
Material: Natural hide, fur.
Technique: Taxidermy preparation.
Size: 41 × 46 cm.