About University of Aberdeen Zoology Museum

The Zoology Museum is the only large-scale, international exhibition of zoological specimens in the north of Scotland.

The display spans the globe, featuring specimens from protozoa to great whales, including taxidermy, skeletal material, study skins, fluid-preserved specimens, and models.

The museum is open Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm, with free entry for all visitors.

For enquiries, offers of donations, or specimens for identification, please contact the museums . To organise a group visit to the Zoology Museum or Cruickshank Botanic Garden, please contact the Aberdeen Biodiversity Centre for information about their activities.

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