Gunther von Hagens' fascinating animal plastinates at the Senckenberg Museum in Frankfurt

Each animal ouses its own universe.
Gunther von Hagens‘ KÖRPERWELTEN der Tiere (BODY WORLDS of Animals) features 20 whole animal bodies and more than 100 detailed studies of organs and skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This anatomical menagerie allows visitors an encounter, up close and personal, with the natural world’s most mysterious and revered species. Discover the universe within and learn what resides under the animal’s skin!

Moments of wonder and comprehension.
The exhibition allows a peek under the elephant’s skin. Its trunk with a network of 40,000 muscles is a feat ofdesign excellence, as well as virtuosity. And who wouldhave known that a giraffe uses its 50 centimetre long bluishtongue like a hand?

Learn and explore.
The lessons of your biology textbook spring to life when you look at the inner structures of the brown bear, octopus,gorilla, shark, ostrich, and horse. The intriguingspecimens on display reinforce the study of animal biology, physiology, zoology, and veterinary studies for visitorsof all ages.

From experience to awareness.
The exhibition KÖRPERWELTEN der Tiere addresses bothyoung and old visitors and increases their appreciation for life, nature, and for the threatened biodiversity.

 
 


The more the individual thinks about the fragility of his or her body,
the more respectful he or she will become toward other people and animals.
BODY WORLDS of ANIMALS makes a valuable contribution to animal welfare
and to increased appreciation of endangered species.

Dr. Gunther von Hagens