Notes on birds in Macassar
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Notes on birds in Macassar
Manuscript notes on the hornbill bird (Buceros cassidix), undated, circa 1856
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1823 1913 Alfred Russel Alfred Russel Wallace Archive Buceros Bucerotidae Bucerotiformes Document Hornbill Macassar Notes Sauropsid Sauropsida Wallace
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This intriguing photograph print showcases a page from an 1850s manuscript, meticulously filled with notes on the Hornbill bird (Buceros cassidix) penned by the renowned naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913). Wallace, a contemporary of Charles Darwin, made numerous discoveries in the field of biology during the Victorian era, with a significant focus on the avian world. The Hornbill, a member of the Bucerotiformes order and the Bucerotidae family, is a large and distinctive bird, known for its casque, a helmet-like structure on its upper beak. Wallace's meticulous notes, penned in ink, detail various aspects of the Hornbill's physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. The document, likely created during Wallace's travels in the Dutch East Indies, including Macassar, provides valuable insights into the natural history of this fascinating bird. The image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the rich history of natural history exploration and discovery. The delicate yellowed pages, filled with Wallace's precise handwriting, evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world and the explorers who sought to understand it. This snapshot from the 19th century not only showcases the beauty and intrigue of the Hornbill bird but also highlights the importance of historical archives in preserving the legacy of scientific exploration and discovery.
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