Article Title

On the Mounting of a Skeleton of an Asian Elephant, Elephas maximus indicus (Linnaeus, 1758)

Authors

C. J. Savanurmath, Department of Zoology, Karnatak University
C. G. Dhaduti, P. C. Jabin Science College

Publication Date

12-20-1987

Abstract

Processing and drying bones and mounting the skeleton of an elephant require major modifications of standard techniques and engineering innovations. A skeleton was supported by three 1.5-inch (3.81-cm) diameter galvanized iron (G. I.) pipes through which the weight was transmitted to a pedestal and distributed evenly to the ground. Mounting of the heavy skull, vertebral column, scapulae and ribs required special arrangements. The problems involved are discussed here.

Recommended Citation

Savanurmath, C. J., & Dhaduti, C. G. (1987). On the Mounting of a Skeleton of an Asian Elephant, Elephas maximus indicus (Linnaeus, 1758). Elephant, 2(3), 33-39. Doi: 10.22237/elephant/1521732094

DOI

10.22237/elephant/1521732094