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Numida meleagris, Helmeted Guineafowl, female
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Numida meleagris, Helmeted Guineafowl, female
Skin of guineafowl collected by 19th Century naturalist Emin Pasha in Tingasi, Equatorial Africa. 17/8/1883. Original NHM label: Numida ptilorhyncha 1887.9.28.28. Date: 1887
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1883 Fowl Galliformes Ornithological Pasha Sauropsid Sauropsida Skin Speckled Spotted Studioshot White Background Wildfowl Emin Pasha Guineafowl Helmeted Guineafowl Numida Numida Meleagris Numididae
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This photograph features a female Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris), whose skin was collected by the renowned 19th century naturalist, Emin Pasha, in Tingasi, Equatorial Africa on August 17, 1883. The original label from the Natural History Museum in London (1887.9.28.28) confirms the identification as Numida ptilorhyncha, a now outdated taxonomic name for this species. The Helmeted Guineafowl, also known as the Crowned Guineafowl or Guinea Pintado, is a galliform bird native to Africa. This female specimen is adorned with an intricate pattern of speckles and spots, adding to its striking appearance. The Helmeted Guineafowl derives its name from the distinctive helmet-like structure on its head, which is more pronounced in males. Emin Pasha, a German explorer and governor of Equatoria, Sudan, was a significant figure in the European exploration of Central Africa during the late 19th century. He amassed an impressive collection of African fauna and flora, including this Helmeted Guineafowl, which was added to the Natural History Museum's extensive ornithological collection. This studio shot of the Helmeted Guineafowl, captured against a pristine white background, showcases the bird's anatomical details and intricate plumage. The photograph is a testament to the meticulous documentation of natural history during the Victorian era, providing valuable insights into the natural world of the past. As a historical artifact, this photograph offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Africa and the dedicated efforts of naturalists like Emin Pasha to preserve and document it. The Helmeted Guineafowl continues to be an iconic species in the annals of ornithology and a reminder of the natural wonders that await discovery.
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