You’ve probably seen preserved deer and antlers displayed on the walls of wood cabins,
but the type of preservation scientists are involved in is a whole different story.
Hi guys, Lissette here for DNews. Just recently, the California Academy of Sciences gave us
an inside look at what happens behind museum exhibits. We had the opportunity to participate
in the live preservation of a hummingbird and got an up-close look at preserved animals that are now EXTINCT.
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Now that you got the skinny on mammal preservation, let us know how you feel about preserving your own body.
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