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Gibbon, Hylobates lar
Skeleton of Gibbon suspended from the ceiling of the Natural History Museum, Londons Central Hall as part of the Primate Gallery display
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Ceiling Epitheria Eutheria Exhibit Exhibition Road Gallery Gibbon Great Britain Haplorhini Hominoid Hominoidea Hylobates Indoor Main Hylobates Lar Hylobatidae Lar Gibbon
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In the heart of London, at the Natural History Museum on Exhibition Road, hangs the skeleton of a Gibbon, Hylobates lar, suspended from the grand ceiling of the Central Hall as part of the Primate Gallery display. This awe-inspiring exhibit transports visitors back in time, offering a glimpse into the evolutionary history of primates and our closest relatives in the animal kingdom. The Central Hall, a magnificent architectural masterpiece, is adorned with intricate details and ornate designs, providing the perfect backdrop for this display. The Gibbon skeleton, a member of the Hylobatidae family, is suspended high above, its delicate bones seemingly defying gravity. The Gibbon, also known as the Lar Gibbon or the White-handed Gibbon, is a haplorhine primate, belonging to the order Primates, suborder Haplorhini, and infraorder Simiiformes. The Gibbon's skeleton, with its long, slender limbs and distinctive elongated arms, serves as a poignant reminder of the evolutionary connections between humans and these agile and graceful creatures. This exhibit is a testament to the rich history of primate evolution and the importance of preserving and showcasing these fascinating animals for future generations to learn from and appreciate. The Primate Gallery, with its impressive collection of skeletons and taxidermy specimens, is a must-see for anyone with an interest in natural history, biology, or anthropology. The Gibbon skeleton, suspended from the ceiling of the Central Hall, is a true masterpiece, a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the important role that museums play in preserving and sharing this knowledge with the world. Inside the grandeur of the Natural History Museum, the Gibbon skeleton stands as a symbol of the intricate connections that bind us to the natural world, and the importance of understanding and appreciating the rich diversity of life on our planet.
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