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Microgoura meeki, Choiseul pigeon
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Microgoura meeki, Choiseul pigeon
Photograph of Microgoura meeki specimen. Photographed by Harry Taylor, 2009. This species is presumed extinct
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Columbidae Columbiformes Harry Taylor Label Pigeon Sauropsid Sauropsida Specimen Taylor Tring White Background
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This striking photograph captures the beauty and intrigue of the Choiseul Pigeon, Microgoura meeki, a bird species presumed extinct. The image, taken by renowned wildlife photographer Harry Taylor in 2009, showcases a well-preserved specimen of this rare avian species. The Choiseul Pigeon, also known as the Choiseul Crested Pigeon or Microgoura meeki, was native to the Choiseul Island in the Solomon Islands. This pigeon was characterized by its distinctive white underparts, brown and grey plumage, and distinctive crest of feathers on its head. The Choiseul Pigeon was first discovered in 1895, but its population declined rapidly due to habitat loss and hunting. The last confirmed sighting of this bird in the wild was in the 1990s, and despite extensive searches, no further evidence of its existence has been found. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) declared the Choiseul Pigeon extinct in 2013. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the beauty and fragility of the natural world. The Choiseul Pigeon's extinction is a loss not only for the scientific community but also for the people of Choiseul Island, who held the bird in high cultural significance. The photograph, with its clear label identifying the species and the year it was taken, serves as an important record of this lost avian treasure. The Choiseul Pigeon belongs to the Columbidae family, which includes pigeons and doves. It is part of the larger group of birds known as Columbiformes, which also includes the doves, pigeons, and their allies. The Choiseul Pigeon is a Sauropsida, a group of reptile-like animals that includes birds and their closest living relatives, the reptiles. The photograph's side view allows us to appreciate the bird's unique features, such as its curved beak and the intricate patterns on its feathers.
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