Approach to an extinct giant bird

Replicas of the flightless Gastornis are closely studied for replication.

In this case, a 3D printout of an already digitized reconstruction is processed - this is where it was produced.

To achieve a harmonious overall appearance, the preparator grinds the surfaces.

The individual parts are colored so that the bones appear defined.

Then the pieces are assembled, "We don't know exactly what this extinct bird looked like back then."