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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, Mascarene Islands

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1804 1892 Bone Columbidae Columbiformes Flightless Mascarene Owen Pigeon Rodrigues Sauropsid Sauropsida Sir Richard Owen Skeleton Solitaire Sir Richard


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This illustration, plate number 512 C, showcases the enigmatic Pezophaps solitaria, also known as the Rodrigues solitaire, a giant flightless pigeon native to Rodrigues Island in the Mascarene Archipelago. Drawn from a male skeleton specimen housed at the University of Cambridge, this meticulous Victorian-era illustration was created by the renowned English naturalist Sir Richard Owen in the 19th century (1804-1892). The Pezophaps solitaria, a close relative of the famed dodo, was an intriguing avian species that captivated the scientific community during the 19th century. This large bird, belonging to the Columbidae family and the order Columbiformes, was characterized by its sauropsid ancestry, which is evident in its heavy skeletal structure. The Rodrigues solitaire was endemic to the remote island of Rodrigues, located in the Indian Ocean east of Mauritius. This flightless bird, which stood at approximately 1 meter (3.3 feet) tall, was a sight to behold, with its distinctive anatomy and unique features. Its extinction is believed to have occurred around the late 17th or early 18th century, likely due to human activity. Sir Richard Owen's illustration, drawn from the skeletal remains, offers a rare glimpse into the anatomy of this fascinating bird. The intricate details of the bones, carefully rendered by Owen, reveal the bird's robust structure and unique adaptations. This illustration is a testament to Owen's mastery of anatomical drawing and his significant contributions to the field of ornithology during the Victorian era. Overall, this illustration of the Pezophaps solitaria, or Rodrigues solitaire, serves as a poignant reminder of the wonders of the natural world that have been lost to time, and the importance of preserving and documenting the world's diverse biosphere.

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