Bird breeding in ancient Egypt

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Kestrel Mummy Hints at Raptor Breeding in Ancient Egypt

The last meal of a mummified kestrel has much to tell scientists about how the ancient Egyptians handled raptors, and why so many mummies of the birds of prey have been found.

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Mummified kestrel reveals birds of prey bred and preserved in huge numbers as offering to the gods

The ancient Egyptians bred birds of prey to mummify as offerings to the gods, researchers have found.

These stunning images reveal the results of CT Scans of a mummified Kestrel.

They reveal that the kestrel was force-fed its last meal - a mouse - suggesting it was kept in captivity.

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Edited September 4, 2015 by Anomalocaris