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An encrustation of the Echinus, commonly called the Sea Hedge-hog

Object Status:

Unlocated

Accession Date:

May 21, 1789

Primary Source Reference:

Pennsylvania Packet (Philadelphia), 21 May 1789

Additional Source Text:

Notes:

Echinus is a genus of sea urchins.

The donor was a Baltimore ship owner.

Specimen Type:

Dead/preserved

Peale's Common Name:

Sea hedge-hog

Peale's Scientific Name:

Echinus

Current Scientific Name