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Darwins Pigeons, English Barb
Figure 20, Original line drawing from the book Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication by Charles Darwin, 1868. Library reference number DC BD 858 (Vol. 1) Date: 1868
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Figure 20: A Line Drawing of Darwin's Darwins Pigeons, English Barb from Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication by Charles Darwin (1868) This intriguing line drawing, Figure 20, is an original illustration from Charles Darwin's seminal work, Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication, published in 1868. The illustration depicts a Darwins Pigeon, specifically an English Barb, a fancy domestic pigeon breed that was popular during Darwin's time. The English Barb, also known as the English Carrier or the English Tumbler, is a type of domesticated pigeon that originated from the Rock Dove (Columba livia). This breed was selectively bred for its distinctive features, such as its long, curved beak, feathered feet, and elegant plumage. Darwin's interest in pigeons began in the mid-1830s when he started collecting and studying various breeds. He observed the striking differences between the wild Rock Dove and its domesticated counterparts, which led him to ponder the mechanisms behind the development of these variations. In Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication, Darwin presented his groundbreaking theories on the natural selection of heritable traits in domesticated animals, including pigeons. He used the English Barb, along with other pigeon breeds, as examples to support his arguments. This line drawing is a testament to the scientific importance of Darwin's work and the role that pigeons played in shaping our understanding of evolution and heredity. It also highlights the rich history of pigeon breeding and the captivating diversity of this fascinating species.
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