Scientists and research students
Photograph from the 1920s showing a cast being prepared from a rare dugong. It was vital to prepare casts from the bodies of large cetaceans and other mammals as soon as they arrived at the Museum.
The following information will help prospective research visitors plan a visit to the Zoology Department and explain what can be expected.
The department’s collections are spread across 3 sites:
- South Kensington in London - most staff and collections are based here
- Tring in Hertfordshire - the Bird Group is based here
- an off-site storage facility in south London
Visitors are only admitted to the department by appointment.
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How to arrange a research visit
Guidance on how to arrange a research visit to the Zoology Department. Find out who to contact, what information to provide, and when.
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Research visiting hours and restrictions
Find out when you can visit, what hours you can work and restrictions.
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Visiting other departments during your visit
Discover what to do if you also wish to visit other collections and use the libraries and archives while visiting the Zoology Department.
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Comparative studies
What to do if you wish to bring specimens with you for comparative studies when visiting the Museum.
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Specimen loans to research visitors
Find out about borrowing specimens.
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Support offered to research visitors
Information about assistance, resources and facility access we provide to Zoology Department visitors.
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Visitor responsibilities
Learn what the department expects of its research visitors.
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Contacting us
Who to contact with comments about your visit to the department, and other key points of contact.