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Care & Preservation Guide

Natural history objects require appropriate care to ensure long-term preservation.

Recommended
Conditions

  • Keep away from direct sunlight

  • Avoid excessive humidity

  • Avoid exposure to moisture

  • Keep away from heat sources

  • Display in stable environmental conditions

Handling

  • Handle specimens carefully

  • Avoid unnecessary touching

  • Lift larger items from their base where possible

  • Keep away from children and pets

Natural
Ageing

Natural materials may change over time.

Minor fading, colour variation, drying, settling and other age-related changes are normal characteristics of preserved specimens and do not constitute defects.

Pest
Prevention

Regularly inspect specimens for signs of pests or environmental damage.

If concerns arise, seek professional conservation advice.

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