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Using 3D Technologies to Examine Rare Specimens of the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger
In 1936, the last known Tasmanian Tiger died in captivity at Hobart Zoo; locked out of its shelter, it was unable to survive the extreme daytime heat and below-freezing nighttime…
3D Images of 20,000 Vertebrates Open Source with oVert Museum Specimen Initiative
While 3D scanning has been used to solve a murder case and recreate a metal passenger aircraft, among other things, it’s really making a positive impact for museums. But I’m…
Database of 3D Scanned Fish Now Contains Over 500 Specimens
The last time I received a fish in the mail, it was the result of a horrible practical joke. But not all posted fish are so poorly received. In fact,…
