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Point Reyes Bird Observatory Visitor Center

Alumni Exhibits fabricated five scientifically accurate models of Caspian Terns to hang overhead. The paper thin edges of the wings and tails were sculpted from transluscent materials so they would appear as they do in nature. Shannon Smith was instrumental in the fabrication of these models.

View of tern from below showing translucent edges of wings and tail.

Ali Pearson supervising installation details.