This is because they are the work of the famous taxidermists, Peter Spicer and Sons of Leamington. These particular specimens are in cases with beautifully and realistically painted watercolour backgrounds that show their natural freshwater habitats.

The standard of taxidermy is excellent and the setting is finished off with naturally arranged plant material and base-work. The museum holds five Spicer cases containing bream and tench, barbel, pike, chub and perch.