One of the most popular objects in the museum is Rajah the Asian elephant. He’s been at the museum since 1936 and is much loved by locals and visitors alike.

Is there a club for these examples of charismatic megafauna that muster so much affection from audiences? I’m thinking of Sue the T-Rex, the Horniman Walrus and, of course, Dippy. I like to think they’re all friends.