Massive hoard of mummified cats and other animals found in ancient Egyptian tombs
The IndependentSign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dozens of cat mummies and a rare collection of mummified scarab beetles have been unearthed in seven ancient Egyptian tombs south of Cairo, according to local archaeologists. The team also found painted wooden cobra and crocodile sarcophagi, a collection of gilded statues depicting animal features, as well as objects including amulets, canopic jars, writing tools and papyri baskets. Support free-thinking journalism and attend Independent events Scarabs also held religious significance in ancient Egyptian society, associated with the sun god Khepri.
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