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Staff posing with blue whale model, 1938
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Staff posing with blue whale model, 1938
Percy and Stuart Stammwitz were part of the team that built the famous 27m (90 ft) blue whale model, currently on display at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed in January 1938
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This photograph, taken in January 1938, showcases a proud team of European scientists and researchers in front of the awe-inspiring 27-meter (90 ft) blue whale model, currently housed at the Natural History Museum in London. Among the group are Percy Stammwitz and Stuart Stammwitz, two esteemed members of the team that painstakingly constructed this colossal replica of the largest animal on Earth. The blue whale, a baleen whale belonging to the family Balaenopteridae and the genus Balaenoptera, is depicted both in its massive model form and in the form of its living counterpart, providing an intriguing comparison between the two. The blue whale, specifically the species Balaenoptera musculus, is a cetacean that belongs to the order Cetacea and the suborder Balaenopterinae. This majestic creature is known for its enormous size, reaching lengths of up to 100 feet (30 meters), and its distinctive baleen plates, which it uses to filter-feed on krill. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, as it captures the excitement and wonder that surrounded the construction and unveiling of this iconic exhibit. The team's dedication to bringing the blue whale to life in such a grand scale reflects the passion and curiosity that drives scientific exploration and discovery. The blue whale model remains an enduring symbol of the Natural History Museum's commitment to preserving and showcasing the natural world, inspiring generations of visitors to marvel at the wonders of the ocean and the creatures that inhabit it.
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