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Cape Hunting Dogs, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Cape Hunting Dogs, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Cape Hunting Dogs, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regent's-Park, 1854. African wild dogs at London Zoo. The Hunting Dogs (Lycaon venaticus)...were, we believe, brought to this country by an officer in her Majesty's service, on his return from the Kaffir War...[they] exhibit marked attachment to their keeper, and allow him to enter their enclosure at all times with no better protection than a switch. The Hunting Dog extends from the Cape northward as far as Abyssinia, and ranges probably for nearly an equal distance on the west coast [of Africa]'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This photograph, taken in 1854, depicts a group of Cape Hunting Dogs, also known as African Wild Dogs or African Painted Dogs, residing in the Gardens of the Zoological Society in Regent's Park, London. The exact creator of this image remains unknown, but it was published in the esteemed "Illustrated London News." At the time, these Hunting Dogs, scientifically known as Lycaon venaticus, were believed to have been brought to Britain by an officer returning from the Kaffir War in Africa. The dogs are seen exhibiting a remarkable bond with their keeper, allowing him to enter their enclosure with only a switch for protection. The Hunting Dog's range extends from the Cape in South Africa to Abyssinia, and possibly nearly as far on the western coast of Africa. This photograph is a testament to the global exploration and tourism that characterized the 19th century, as well as the growing interest in exotic animals and their habitats. The image, which showcases the dogs' striking markings and agile postures, is a reminder of the rich history of animal conservation efforts and the role that zoos and newspapers played in bringing the wonders of the natural world to a wider audience.
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