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Fish-catching cormorants at the Hippodrome
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Fish-catching cormorants at the Hippodrome
Four cormorants, brought from China to appear at the London Hippodrome in 1905. Their act consisted of retrieving fish thrown into the water tank and when a large trout was put in, the cormorants assisted each other in pulling it from the water. Date: 1905
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Cormorant Cormorants Hippodrome Oct19 Performers Retrieving Skilled Skills
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This photograph showcases four cormorants, imported from China, showcasing their extraordinary fishing skills at the renowned London Hippodrome in 1905. The Hippodrome, known for its innovative and diverse entertainment, was the first theater in London to feature an underwater tank, specifically designed for the cormorants' act. In this image, the cormorants, with their sleek, glossy feathers and piercing eyes, are poised and focused as they retrieve fish from the water. The cormorants, brought over from China, were skilled performers, having been trained to catch fish with their beaks and hold them in their throats to prevent them from swallowing immediately. The act, which drew large crowds, consisted of the cormorants retrieving fish that were thrown into the tank. When a large trout was put in, the cormorants would work together, assisting each other in pulling the fish from the water. The audience was left in awe of the birds' agility and precision, making it a must-see attraction at the Hippodrome. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of animal acts in circus and variety entertainment, and the cultural exchange that took place between China and the West during this time period. The cormorants' performance at the London Hippodrome in 1905 marked a significant moment in the history of animal acts and the entertainment industry as a whole.
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