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The Red-breasted Goose at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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The Red-breasted Goose at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Red-breasted Goose at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1858. The red-breasted Goose (Bernicla ruficollis) is a native of Northern Asia...[and] is the rarest of the British water-fowl...the exhibition of a living specimen is therefore an event of great interest to ornithologists...It is known in Britain only as a rare visitant, when driven by tempestuous weather out of the usual course of its migrations...The bird now living at the Zoological Gardens was taken in a decoy near Amsterdam...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This black and white image, titled "The Red-breasted Goose at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1858," showcases a rare and intriguing waterbird, the Red-breasted Goose (Bernicla ruficollis). Native to Northern Asia, this goose is the rarest of British water-fowl and is known in Britain only as a rare visitor, driven by tempestuous weather out of its usual migration path. The exhibition of a living Red-breasted Goose was an event of great interest to ornithologists in the 19th century, making this print an important historical record. The bird in the photograph was taken in a decoy near Amsterdam and brought to the Zoological Gardens in Regent's Park, London, where it became a popular attraction. The Red-breasted Goose is easily recognizable by its distinctive red breast, white underparts, and black and white plumage. Its webbed feet and aquatic adaptations make it a true waterbird. This print, published in the Illustrated London News in 1858, provides a glimpse into the scientific curiosity and fascination with the natural world that characterized the 19th century. The print, which is both engraved and printed in black and white, is a testament to the art and science of the time. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving and studying endangered species and the role that institutions like the Zoological Society played in advancing our understanding of the natural world.
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