Collections

Our Collections department houses preserved specimens of birds and animals, maintained under controlled conditions for study, research, and reference. Each sample is carefully catalogued and stored to safeguard biodiversity records for generations to come.

BNHS natural history collections specimens on display
Virtual Museum Background

Virtual Museum

The Virtual Museum brings our bird and animal collections online, making them accessible to everyone – students, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts worldwide. Through interactive exhibits, digital archives, and guided tours, visitors can explore and learn from anywhere, experiencing the wonders of wildlife while supporting conservation.

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Where We're Located

Hornbill House, Opp. Lion Gate, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001, Maharashtra, India

Monday to Friday: 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Hornbill House interior

Key experts at Collections

Vinod T. Patil

Vinod T. Patil

Collections Manager

Shyam B. Jadhav

Shyam B. Jadhav

Collections Manager

Vithoba Hegde

Vithoba Hegde

Conservation Scientist