The Pakistan Museum of Natural History has four divisions namely Botanical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Zoological Sciences and Public Services. The first three divisions are engaged in the collection, preservation, identification and research activities pertaining to plants, fossils & minerals and animals resources of Pakistan respectively, while the latter is responsible for mass education and popularization of the natural history through various displays, exhibits and dioramas.

Largest Land Mammal in the World

Baluchitherium is one of the largest land mammal (Rhino) lived about 30 millions ago. It is called Baluchitherium (“Baluchi” for Balochistan: “therium” for Beast) literally means the “beast of Balochistan” and was named so because it was first discovered from the Bugti Hills, Balochistan. The average height of an adult Baluchitherium is estimated to be 18 feet at the shoulder, and approximate weight is 20 tons. Life size model of this huge mammal is displayed in the Pakistan Museum of Natural History for the students and public.