Cambridge University Museum of Zoology

The Cambridge University Museum of Zoology houses over 1.5 million animal specimens, from tiny insects to massive whales. Highlights include the towering skeleton of a giant ground sloth, a model of the extinct dodo, and an extensive bird collection. Visitors can explore exhibits on evolution, biodiversity, and conservation, with many specimens displayed in beautifully restored Victorian cases. The museum offers a captivating look at the animal kingdom's diversity and the science behind it.

Don't miss

• Marvel at the giant ground sloth skeleton, an extinct Ice Age mammal from South America.
• See the dodo model and learn about this iconic extinct bird from Mauritius.
• Browse the fin whale skeleton suspended from the ceiling, one of the largest animals ever.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Cambridge University Museum of Zoology

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