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C. M. Harris tending 29 live Galapagos Tortoises, 1898
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C. M. Harris tending 29 live Galapagos Tortoises, 1898
The Tortoises were collected on the Webster-Harris expedition & were en-route to Walter Rothschilds collection. Probably photographed in Hyde Park, Massachusetts, where they were kept before being shipped over
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1898 Archive Black And White Chelonoidis Cryptodira Galapagos Galapagos Archipelago Galapagos Islands Giant Tortoise Harris Hyde Massachusetts Reptile Chelonoidis Nigra Galapagos Giant Tortoise Galapagos Tortoise Geochelone Elephantopus
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This photograph captures C.M. Harris tending to an extraordinary collection of 29 live Galapagos Tortoises in the late 19th century. The tortoises were gathered during the Webster-Harris expedition to the Galapagos Archipelago and were temporarily housed in Hyde Park, Massachusetts, before being shipped to Walter Rothschild's renowned natural history collection. C.M. Harris, an assistant on the expedition, is seen carefully attending to the reptiles, likely preparing them for transport. The Galapagos Tortoises, members of the species Geochelone elephantopus (now known as Chelonoidis nigra), were a source of great fascination and scientific interest during this era due to their unique characteristics and distinct subspecies found on various islands. The Galapagos Islands, located in the Pacific Ocean, were a hotbed of discovery for naturalists and explorers during the 19th century. The tortoises' isolation on the islands led to the development of unique adaptations, making them a valuable addition to natural history collections around the world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the meticulous care taken during the transportation of these precious specimens. It is a poignant reminder of the significant role that expeditions played in advancing our understanding of the natural world and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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