Biological sciences
Our biological sciences collections encompass a diverse range of fauna, from parasites to whales.
Mineral Sciences
The South Australian Museum is a global leader in research about opal and copper.
Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) backed by 8 men: G Frost (Gardner), FR Zietz (Orthonoligist, G Conroy (Attendant), Bob Limb (Formator), ER Waite (Director), G and O Rau (Taxidermists), HM Hale (Assistant to Director)