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Robin Hayward 🌳 🏳️‍⚧️ @canopyrobin.com · 15/09/2026

Do I know any journalists or folks with large platforms who might be up for promoting the launch of some new trans-inclusive fieldwork guidance from researchers at a UK university? It's almost ready for launch and I want to make sure they're seen and used by as many people as possible...

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Arrived just in time for my holiday reading, @rossbrooks.co.uk's new book, for another bit of rainbow on my shelf 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A photo of a book lying on a fabric covered surfaces. It's "Darwin and the Queer Origins of Life" by Ross Brooks. The cover is black with multicoloured print for the title, quotes and image.

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Darcy Shapiro @darcyshapiro.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Museum folks! What are the most common questions you get asked about exhibits/objects? #museumsky #scicomm

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

You can still book for tonight! Come along for queer animal nerdery! powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-...

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Queer Nature: After Hours - Quex House & Gardens

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Had a lovely time watching the Margate Pride parade today, so refreshing to see this amount of community groups and individuals participants, compared to commercial floats at other parades. But I'm not gonna lie, this little pup might have been the star of the show. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #margatepride

A small white dog with dark spots on its head, on a leash in the middle of the road. In the background, a large group of people are lining the street, waiting to watch the parade.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We understand that today will be difficult for members of the Trans+ community and their loved ones as a result of the EHRC Code of Practice becoming law. Our service is free, confidential, and available to all. From 10am to 10pm, you are welcome to contact us on phone, chat, or email.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Are you in Kent between the 14th and 16th of August? Want to learn about queer animals? Come along for another round of #QueerNature talks, we have a lot of fun here, and as always, partial proceeds support #MargatePride 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-...

A photo of the head, neck and shoulders of a taxidermy argali, which is a type of wild sheep. It is of a male, with large, curled horns. The photo is taken from a low angle, the animal looks as if he is giving the viewer the side eye.

A group of taxidermy gorillas in a diorama. A large silverback male stands on two legs on the left, his right arm is slightly off the ground, his left arm reaches overhead to hold onto a branch. A smaller female is on all fours towards the right, she is carrying an infant on her back. Behind the animals is dense jungle foliage and the base of a large tree.

Two taxidermy giraffes in a diorama setting. The one on the left is standing with its neck bent downwards, as if to drink. The one on the right is standing tall, eating from branches in the background. In the foreground, medium sized antelope are grazing.

A group of about 10 people of different ages and genders, standing with their back towards the viewer. They are looking at a large taxidermy diorama, which shows a mountainous scene inspired by the Himalayas with various animals, including wild sheep, goats, monkeys and bears. The diorama is filling the entire visible back wall of the room. One person stands sideways to the rest of the group looking at their reaction, while the rest appear absorbed by what they are seeing.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

I've loved reading this and reminiscing about the symposium. It was a pleasure to be part of both, and inspiring to see so many different projects working towards a broader and more inclusive understanding of nature. Can't wait to see where things go from here 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #QueerNature

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

I'm certain this is not the most glamorous shot, but wanted to share regardless. Had a marvellous time at the Powell-Cotton Museum's private opening of it's redisplayed Zulu-Collections. 1/5

A group of people viewing Museum exhibits. They are standing in the corner of two walls of displays. In the background there is a wall-height display of African Textiles. The wall to the right, extending towards the foreground has been painted in a peach colour, and is covered in large pictures of Zulu women artisans, together with explanatory panels and a TV screen. Below the pictures and panels is a long, approximately hip-height wooden display case with glass tops and fronts

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The Linnean Society of London @linneansociety.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Excited to receive Inherent Vice No. 3: Exploring Queerness in Natural History, a zine in collaboration with us! From reflections on queerness during conservation work on hyenas and porpoises to creating ecology/queerness festivals, read about nature's intersection with queerness. buff.ly/47eZgmH

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

I can only wholeheartedly agree. Both the symposium and chatting to the Inherent Vice team were a delight! Looking forwards to a thorough read 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

I had a great time running #QueerNature tours at the Powell-Cotton Museum last weekend! A massive thank you to the lovely people who came along, giving me a chance to nerd out! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A group of 10 people standing in a museum gallery. They have their backs to the camera, looking at a large habitat diorama showcasing Himalayan mammals, which takes up the entirety of the room's back wall.

A group of people standing in the corner of a museum gallery. Most are sitting on a cushioned island or foldable stools. They are watching a guide, who is standing in front of a habitat diorama showing African mammals. A second visible display case contains large textile cloths.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ One week to go! Come along so I have the opportunity to nerd out with many lovely people. As always, partial proceeds go to #MargatePride #QueerNature #LGBTQ+ #PrideMonth

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 01/06/2026

This is Bodie. His presence indicates the beginning of Pride Month. May his whimsy and steadfastness bring joy and confidence to all. 14/10 the parade starts right behind him 🌈🐾 (IG: hellobodie)

a golden retriever puppy on a bright pink rope leash prances through some tall grass. he’s wearing a brightly patterned bandana around his neck and is carrying a miniature six-stripe pride flag in his mouth. his front right paw is raised mid-stride, like he’s ready to hop into a pride parade at any second.

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Switchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

You’re not alone. Our trained LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to listen to any concerns you may have as a result of the revised EHRC guidance being laid before parliament. We’ve supported the community through trials and tribulations for over 50 years, and we’re here for you today.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Very excited to have spotted A little Gay Natural History by @joshlukedavis.com stocked at the Powell-Cotton, ready for #pridemonth 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

2 copies of "a little gay natural history" sitting on a clear shelf. The cover is white, with pink text and a butterfly with rainbow gradient wings.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

It's always exciting to talk #QueerNature, and this June, it's back at the Powell-Cotton Museum, including guided tours, a self guided trail, and an extended after hours edition. I'll see you there: powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-... #LGBTQ+ #SciCom #LGBTQinSTEM

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Hoping this will find the #dnd nerds (there must be some in my contacts). What are your tips for pretty much absolute beginners? Character creation, note taking, game play? I have only ever played a one-shot, and only with a pre-made character. 🎲

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

I wrote a new #QueerNature trail! Come and give it a try this weekend, or join one of the guided tours by yours truly. Includes queer animals, queer plants, and even some fungi 🍄🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-...

The front of a purple booklet. Title reads:
Quex House & Gardens
Queer Nature Explorer Guide
Suitable for all ages

The edges of the cover are decorated with drawings of animals, objects and plants, below the text there is the intersex inclusive pride flag.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Had a lovely time yesterday! Thank you to the organisers and all the other speakers who gave me so much to think about and reading materials and exciting projects to look up 📚📑

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

February is going to be a busy time! I'm excited to join the @linneansociety.bsky.social Symposium on Exploring Queerness in Natural History, give a talk to lovely people with Margate Pride, and finally, #QueerNature is returning to the Powell-Cotton Museum. Now where did I put the lonzenges?

White text on a teal background reads:

Queer Nature
🏳️‍🌈All over the place🏳️‍⚧️
5th February: Linnean Society, London
19th February: CAMP, Margate
27th February – 1st March: Powell-Cotton Museum, Birchington

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

This will be such an exciting event! Can't wait to hear about everyone's work (and share my experience with #QueerNature) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Solidarity with @pcsunion.bsky.social workers at the British Library. 300 workers on strike. Some of them having to take second jobs or taking out loans just to be able to survive. A Pay "award" below inflation is a pay cut. Unacceptable. Solidarity - and keep organising! ✊🏼

Zack on picket line with workers from PCS and British Library.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Throwback to one of my internship projects, which ultimately resulted in the disposal of several hundred gross storage boxes, replaced by shiny new ones. It's been nearly 6 years since then! #museum30 #box

45 small cardboard boxes in different shades stacked on a narrow shelf before being disposed. Each box is closed with a slide-on lid. Accession numbers and other information can be seen written on some of the boxes, but most of it is illegible.

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Dr. Divya (🔔 logged out) @divyampersaud.com · 11/10/2025

13 hours left ⚠️ Please share. Six families are STILL at risk of dying from famine, exposure, illness… The same core legends always share and personally I’ve maxed out every friend & family member! I have donated every paycheck for months. It’s a statistics game to reach people who can give. 7/879

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Keep Hope Alive: a Gaza Giving Circle

We are a team of volunteers in the US and UK, led by two sisters passionate about helping our friends on the ground keep their families and neighbors alive with food, water, & shelter. We saw that…

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

#QueerNature Tours are running today and tomorrow. Find out more: powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-...

A blue sign in a black standing frame. The sign lists tour times for "Quex House Tour" and "Queer Nature", alongside the meeting point for each tour.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Had a lovely evening at @linneansociety.bsky.social, listening to @aquadan1.bsky.social and generally being nerdy about #QueerNature, queer people in the sciences and why it's important to talk about both. Always great to hear different perspectives, Thank you! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A presentation slide on light blue background. Along the left are 8 different Pride Flags, with each stripe containing an animal or plant. The text on the right side of the slide reads: Welcome to The Linnean Society Queer Ecology Evening.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

I had the pleasure of talking about #QueerNature on BBC Radio Kent today! Give it a listen here, from about 12.45: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

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BBC Radio Kent - Sophie Sutton, 18/09/2025

Celebrating where we live and talking about what matters to you. Call 0800 756 11 11.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Gay Giraffes, Intersex Bears, and more - it's once again #QueerNature time. Returning to the Powell-Cotton Museum on the 20th and 21st September as well as 4th and 5th October, explore #LGBTQ+ animals as part of a great day out! powell-cottonmuseum.org/event/queer-...

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Queer Nature - Powell-Cotton Museum

We’re proud to present Queer Nature – a special tour and trail celebrating the diversity of the natural world.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

A massive thank you to all the lovely people who joined a #QueerNature tour at the Powell-Cotton Museum over the last 2 weeks. Being able to share my work has been such a rewarding experience, I cannot wait to continue this project. Keep your eyes peeled for more Queer Nature in the future 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Tourguide talking to a small group of adults, while children play in the background. All are in front of display cases with taxidermy animals and material culture.

Tourguide talking to a group of 5 adults. They are standing in front of display cases of taxidermy animals and material culture.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Just over a week until I'm putting my #scicomm degree to good use, and #QueerNature launches at the Powell-Cotton. Come along for LGBTQ+ animals and an all-round fun day out. Tour attendance will support our local, #MargatePride 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Vagina Museum @vaginamuseum.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Today in the UK, the Online Safety Act (2023) came into force. This means that social media companies are required to undertake age verification for users in the UK to see "adult content". And who decides what is and is not "adult content"? The social media companies themselves.

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Bizarre Beasts @bizarrebeastsshow.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

The Endlings Kickstarter is LIVE! www.kickstarter.com/projects/com... Every little bit helps us fund this awesome show. Please help if you can!

Endlings, an educational YouTube show about extinction, launches today on Kickstarter!

Jungle vines in background hide red images of endlings and extinct species, and a Thylocene in the center

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UNRWA @unrwa.org · 20/07/2025

The Israeli Authorities are starving civilians in #Gaza. Among them are 1 million children. Lift the siege: allow UNRWA to bring in food and medicines.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

It's happening! #QueerNature is coming to the Powell-Cotton Museum for the second and third weekend in August (9,10,16,17). The guided tour is part of the museum entry, and tours start at 12 noon and 14.30. For those not joining a tour, a self-guided, all ages trail will be available.

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Queer Events — Margate Pride

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

As part of my Master's project at Uni Edinburgh, I developed "Queer Nature". The guided tour explores LGBTQ+ behaviours in animals, based on the dioramas at the Powell-Cotton Museum. Yesterday was the first time I presented it to a small audience, to prepare for its launch in August 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

3 people standing in front of a large, glass-covered diorama. Most of the photo has been blurred, the tour guide is the only one in focus. She is pointing at an animal in the diorama, the other two are watching closely.

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

There are many rubbish things going on in the world right now, so it was a nice change of pace to see many familiar faces come and celebrate Canterbury Pride 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

People gathering for a pride parade. Many wear colourful outfits and various pride flags are flying above the crowd.

6 stripe pride flown on Westgate Towers in Canterbury

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What The Trans?! 🏳️‍⚧️ @whatthetrans.com · 06/06/2025

Here's a list of things you can do that would really ruin Akua's day whatthetrans.com/compilation-...

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Compilation of Protests and Actions Against the Supreme Court – What The Trans!?

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Dr. Divya (🔔 logged out) @divyampersaud.com · 29/05/2025

ICYMI, we & friends in Gz launched a giving circle so they could get steady, DIRECT support to survive. Donor are matching the next 400 🌹Every dollar helps these families eat. Last check, 860/1500 for the week. tinyurl.com/HopeGivingCi...

A square white graphic. On the left is a stylized ink illustration of a kestrel falcon in black on white, without outline just the black marks on its wings and face, drawn from behind. His wings are partly open and his head is turned to the right. In his beak is an anemone poppy in red ink with a green stem. On the right is the title "Keep hope alive: a gaza giving circle" in ink-effect font. The text says "We are a team of volunteers in the US and UK helping our friends on the ground keep their families and neighbors alive with food, water, & shelter. We distribute your contributions equally every week for sustainable support." In the bottom right corner in green text is the link tinyurl.com/HopeGivingCircle.

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Dr. Emma E. Bird @dremmabird.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Part-time Editorial Assistant job at NHM at the Journal of Systematic Palaeontology and Systematics and Biodiversity. jobs.nhm.ac.uk/internal/Job... #ScienceJobs #JobOpportunity

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Editorial Assistant:South Kensington

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Sometimes what makes your day at work is a kid drawing a buffalo trophy head for you.

Drawing of a buffalo head, all done in brown pencil

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

The crab museum is (kind of) local to me, and run by amazing folks. If you're in the area, show them some love, and all the while enjoy a really clever museum experience 🦀🏳️‍⚧️

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Museum Bums @museumbums.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Trans women are women, trans men are men, intersex people exist, non-binary people are non-binary 🩷🩵🤍🩵🩷 Send some love to the queer people in your lives. They need it ❤️ Cassils' "Becoming an Image" 2000, at the ONE Archive, Los Angeles 👍🏛️🍑 #MuseumBums

Three photos from Cassils' performance art piece, showing them punching, kicking and moulding with their body a massive lump of clay

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Kristina Killgrove @killgrove.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Swartkrans paranthropids getting memed is extremely niche and yet *extremely* my thing. lol

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Fenja Schultz @fenjaschultz.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

My cousin's pre-teen sons informed me that I have a cool workplace (The Powell-Cotton museum). I tend to agree, but it's nice to have their discerning approval.

Gallery 2 at the Powell-Cotton museum. The background is taken by a large taxidermy diorama, covering an entire wall. The right front corner and left middle plane show some display cases made from dark wood and glass. Most of the image is the gallery's empty floor.

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GEM (Group for Education in Museums) @gem.org.uk · 27/02/2025

📢NOMINATIONS OPEN! Kids in Museums are starting their search for the next winner of the #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Award. If your museum is fab for families, excellent at access, or is running great projects with young people, take a look at how to enter: kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/f...

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Family Friendly Museum Award - Kids in Museums

Our Family Friendly Museum Award celebrates museums, galleries and heritage attractions that go the extra mile to provide an excellent family friendly experience.

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