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Damaged Taxidermy Specimen

Even the best pest control measures can sometimes fail. Despite a robust Integrated Pest Management system, this red squirrel taxidermy was the victim of a moth infestation that went undetected for a period of time. The moths caused a lot of damage, stripping large areas of fur.

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