Rodrigues Collection

Tibia and metatarsus of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection and Andersonian Collection

Cranium and sternum of the extinct Rodrigues
Cranium 1-4 and part of sternum 5, 6 of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection. Lithograph by Joseph Dinkel after Werner from Hugh Edwin Strickland

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, St. Francois, St. Francois Beach, morning Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, Pompee, Ile Hermitage from the Port Sud-Est road Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, North Rodrigues, Pointe de Diable Date: 20/11/2009

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, North Rodrigues, landscape and fishing boats at Pointe La Gueule Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, North Rodrigues, landscape and fishing boats at Pointe La Gueule Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, Anse Ally, Anse Ally Beach, morning Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, Anse Ally, Anse Ally Beach, morning Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, Anse Ally, Anse Ally Beach, morning Date: 19/11/2005

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Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, Anse Ally, Anse Ally Beach Date: 19/11/2005

Pedro Rodrigues 400 Metre Hurdles 24 August 1999 Date: 24 August 1999

Views in Rodriguez Relating to the Transit of Venus (engraving)
1589406 Views in Rodriguez Relating to the Transit of Venus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in Rodriguez Relating to the Transit of Venus)

Rocks at Port Coton, the Lion Rock, 1886 (oil on canvas)
FIT113905 Rocks at Port Coton, the Lion Rock, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 65x81 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum ; French

Extinct Reunion giant tortoise and saddle-backed
Extinct Reunion giant tortoise, Cylindraspis indica (Indian tortoise, Testudo indica) and shells of the extinct saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri

Humerus and femur of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection and Andersonian Collection

Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria
Illustration of a Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, by Francois Leguat from his Voyage, published 1708. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo

Rodrigues solitaire and domed Rodrigues giant
Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria and domed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis peltastes, both extinct. Facsimile of the frontispiece of Francois Leguats Voyage, published 1708

Images of a male Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, from Francois Lequats Voyages, 1708. Heliotype by Van Leer from Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans Dodo Studies, Amsterdam, Johannes Muller, 1917

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1043912 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

The Coming Transit of Venus, the Triangulation of the Island of Rodriguez (engraving)
1053191 The Coming Transit of Venus, the Triangulation of the Island of Rodriguez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coming Transit of Venus)

Joaquim Jose da Silva Xavier Tiradentes (1748-1792), the precursor of Brazils independence

Yellow Fody, Foudia flavicans, Rodrigues

AntAonio Rodrigues Sampaio Born 1806 Died 1882. Portuguese Politician. From La Ilustracion EspaAnola Y Americana Of 1881

Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, Cylindraspis vosmaeri, Testudo Indica Vosmaer.. Recently extinct species of tortoise. Last recorded in 1800 in Mauritius

Portugal. Estremoz. Porta dos Currais. Built in 1670 by Antonio Rodrigues. Marble

Walter Rothschilds Necropsittacus borbonicus
Plate 8, a watercolour painting on paper by Henrik Gronvold from Walter Rothschilds Extinct Birds (1907). Art original 56 x 78 cm. Date: 1907

1874 Transit of Venus, Rodriguez Island, Indian Ocean. This expedition was one of several organised by British astronomers

Pezophaps solitaria, Rodrigues solitaire
Plate number 512 c by Richard Owen drawn from a male skeleton specimen at Cambridge university.This giant flightless pigeon was the closest relative of the dodo, it was native to Rodrigues Island

Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, South Rodrigues, view of lagoon and Ile Hermitage from Pompee village

Mauritius, Rodrigues Island, North Rodrigues, landscape and fishing boats at Pointe La Gueule

Outlying reefs of the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

The island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Cathedral of St. Gabriel on the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Sand beach Trou d Argent on the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

View of Port Mathurin, capital of the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Bay on the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Fishing boat on the beach of Anse aux Anglais in the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Fishing boats on the island of Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Road leading into zigzag water channel, Rodrigues, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Rodrigues: Unveiling Ancient Bones and Fossils" Step into the fascinating world of Rodrigues, an island that holds secrets from its prehistoric past. The remnants of ancient life have been discovered here, shedding light on the unique creatures that once roamed this remote paradise. Among these remarkable findings are the tibia and metatarsus of extinct Rodrigues species. These skeletal remains provide a glimpse into the anatomy and locomotion of these long-lost animals, offering clues about their evolutionary history. Further discoveries include cranial and sternum fragments belonging to extinct Rodrigues species. These intricate pieces unlock mysteries surrounding their size, shape, and potential adaptations for survival in this isolated ecosystem. One notable inhabitant was the Saddle-backed Rodrigues giant tortoise, known as Cylindraspis. This magnificent creature once wandered freely across the island but sadly fell victim to human activities and invasive species. Its existence now lives on through fossils like DDE-90021205 to DDE-90021197 – each fragment preserving a piece of its ancient legacy. Scientists tirelessly study these fossils with meticulous care, piecing together an intricate puzzle that reveals more about Rodrigues' ecological past. With every discovery comes a deeper understanding of how this island's biodiversity has evolved over time. As we delve into these fossilized treasures marked by codes like DDE-90021200 or DDE-90021199, we embark on a journey through time itself. Each bone tells a story; each fragment connects us to an era long gone but not forgotten. Rodrigues continues to captivate researchers worldwide with its rich paleontological heritage. Through ongoing exploration and analysis, we hope to unravel even more secrets hidden within its soil – uncovering new chapters in Earth's history written by creatures who once called this place home.