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.

Coming Soon

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

Portrait of Mansi Dilkhush

Mansi Dilkhush

Conservation Manager

Portrait of Ayaan Khan

Ayaan Khan

Collections Manager

Portrait of Hiral Tailor

Hiral Tailor

Conservation Scientist

Portrait of Harshil Dilkhush

Harshil Dilkhush

Conservation Specialist