Ectopistes Migratorius Collection

Natural history, Birds, Passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius)
Vintage engraving of a passenger pigeon or wild pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius) an extinct species of pigeon that was endemic to North America.. from Francis Orpen Morris, A History of British Birds

The hunting of passenger pigeons
5311802 The hunting of passenger pigeons; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the hunting of passenger pigeons, an extinct species of pigeon that was endemic to North America)

Passenger pigeon or wild pigeon. Extinct. Handcoloured woodblock engraving by Benjamin Fawcett from Francis Orpen
FLO4679282 Passenger pigeon or wild pigeon. Extinct. Handcoloured woodblock engraving by Benjamin Fawcett from Francis Orpen Morris Natural History of British Birds, London

Passenger pigeon or wild pigeon. Extinct. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Edward Lear from Georg
FLO4719179 Passenger pigeon or wild pigeon. Extinct. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Edward Lear from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History

Passenger pigeons
5311909 Passenger pigeons; (add.info.: Engraving depicting passenger pigeons, an extinct species of pigeon that was endemic to North America. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Passenger Pigeon, 1829. Creator: Robert Havell
Passenger Pigeon, 1829

Passenger Pigeon, Blue-mountain Warbler, and Hemlock Warbler, published 1808-1814

Passenger Pigeon, (Ectopistes migratorius), extinct species, c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc

Birds: Night Parakeets: Psittaciformes: Night Parrot (Pezoporus occidentalis), passenger pigeon (Columbiformes)
Birds: Night Parakeets: Psittaciformes: Night Parrot (Pezoporus occidentalis), passenger pigeon (Columbiformes, Ectopistes migratorius, last passenger pigeon died on 1914)

Passenger pigeon specimen C016 / 6153
Passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius)

Ectopistes migratorius, passenger pigeon
Plate 62 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

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The Passenger Pigeon, scientifically known as Ectopistes migratorius, holds a significant place in natural history. Once abundant across North America, these birds were renowned for their massive flocks that darkened the skies during migration. Sadly, they met an unfortunate fate and became extinct by 1914. In the early 19th century, artists like Robert Havell captured the beauty of these pigeons through color lithographs. One such artwork from 1906 showcases a pair of Passenger Pigeons in all their glory. Another piece published between 1808-1814 features them alongside the Blue-mountain Warbler and Hemlock Warbler, and is heartbreaking to think that this species was once so plentiful but now only exists as preserved specimens like C016/6153. The last known Passenger Pigeon died in captivity in 1914, marking the end of an era. As part of the Columbiformes order, which includes other birds like doves and pigeons, Ectopistes migratorius had its own unique characteristics. They were larger than most pigeons with beautiful blue-gray plumage on their backs and reddish breasts. While we mourn their loss today, it is essential to remember the lessons learned from this tragic extinction event. The story of the Passenger Pigeon serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect and conserve our natural world for future generations. Let us honor these remarkable creatures by appreciating their place in history and working towards preserving biodiversity today. May we never forget Ectopistes migratorius - a bird that once graced our skies with its awe-inspiring presence but sadly vanished forever.