{"product_id":"wild-turkey-notarium","title":"Wild Turkey Notarium – Fused Thoracic Vertebrae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🦃 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally fused vertebrae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) notarium, also called the dorsal bone, consists of several thoracic vertebrae naturally fused into a single rigid structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts bony crest and natural openings give it a distinctive shape, making it an interesting specimen for collecting, anatomical observation and creative projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🦴 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature of the avian skeleton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in the thoracic region of the back, the notarium helps stiffen this section of the spinal column. The vertebrae fuse naturally; this piece has not been assembled after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts projections and openings reveal the complexity of bird skeletal anatomy and offer a different perspective from an isolated vertebra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔎 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollecting and observation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece makes an interesting addition to a bone collection, curiosity cabinet or natural history display. It can also serve as a reference for anatomical drawing and comparisons between bird skeletons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎨 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafts and decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts shape can be incorporated into artwork, decorations or costume accessories for LARP and cosplay. Handle the thin sections carefully when mounting or assembling your project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧼 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust gently with a soft, dry brush. Avoid impacts and pressure on the thin bony walls. Store in a dry place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos for reference only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a notarium similar to the one shown. Size, colour and edge condition may vary between pieces. Small irregularities or chips may be present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medieval Fur Quebec, Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68581193908384,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/7508\/6240\/files\/Notariumdedindon_1.jpg?v=1794684125","url":"https:\/\/medievalfur.ca\/products\/wild-turkey-notarium","provider":"Medieval Fur","version":"1.0","type":"link"}