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Gift Shop Oddity

A women dressed for Halloween stands in front of a cabinet of dried and pickled specimens for sale at an oddity-themed gift shop. While retailers claim specimens are ethically sourced, researchers suggest this is unlikely. This bat was likely killed to meet the growing demand for seasonal souvenirs.

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Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Copyright: © Ryan Wagner