In pictures: Mummified animals

1 of 10 Early scientists unravelled some of the animal mummies because they didn't have x-rays

2 of 10 Today's scientists can work out what's behind the bindings without opening them up

3 of 10 Some mummies have been left untouched, but x-rays have revealed some to be 'fake' mummies - filled only with a few bones and plant remains

4 of 10 This bird's head was exposed. Looks quite fearsome, doesn't he?

5 of 10 These elaborate bindings covered a mummified cow's head

6 of 10 Here's a crocodile. The Ancient Egyptians kept these creatures in special pits, fed them fine meat and dressed them in jewellery

7 of 10 Here's a mummified cat. Wonder if he was someone's pet?

8 of 10 Are you ready for a close-up?!

9 of 10 Sometimes mummification occurs naturally - if the body dries out before it decomposes. Check out this cat!

10 of 10 This monkey is among the spookiest exhibits. The creatures were kept as pets by rich Egyptians.