Museum and Institute of Zoology of the Polish Academy of Sciences
Museum and Institute of Zoology of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Research institute and zoological museum at Twarda Street, Warsaw, Poland.
This research institution in Warsaw holds large collections of preserved animal specimens from around the world. The displays feature birds, insects, and mammals gathered during scientific expeditions across different continents.
The institution was established in 1819 at the Royal University of Warsaw as a scientific collection. Over time, its holdings grew through donations and specimens brought back from research expeditions.
The library here gathers scientific books and serves researchers and students studying animals and their behavior. Visitors can observe how specialists work with materials covering wildlife from around the globe.
The museum is located in central Warsaw and is accessible by public transportation. Visitors should check ahead about current exhibitions, as not all collections are on display at the same time.
The institution operates field research stations in different regions of Poland where scientists study living animal populations in their natural habitats. One station is located near Warsaw while another is situated in the Bieszczady Mountains in southeastern Poland.
Location: Warsaw
Inception: 1819
Website: http://miiz.waw.pl/en
GPS coordinates: 52.22361,21.00917
Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47
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