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Sir Richard Owen (1804-1892)
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Sir Richard Owen (1804-1892)
Portrait of Sir Richard Owen, an English biologist, comparative anatomist and palaeontologist. Picture shows Owen and the skeleton of Dinornis maximus, c. 1877. From The Life of Owen (1894)
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1804 1892 Anatomist Biologist Bone Dinoris Dinornis Dinornithidae Dinornithiformes Emeidae Flightless Giant Moa Owen Palaeontologist Photograph Ratite Richard Owen
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Sir Richard Owen (1804-1892), an English biologist, comparative anatomist, and palaeontologist, is depicted in this photograph from the late 19th century. The image captures Owen in the midst of his groundbreaking work, with the skeleton of Dinornis maximus, the giant moa, standing proudly behind him. Owen's contributions to the fields of anatomy, zoology, and palaeontology were significant during the Victorian era. He is best known for his work on the classification of vertebrates, particularly his identification of the Dinosauria as a distinct group of reptiles. However, his work on the extinct moa birds of New Zealand also holds great importance. The moa, a flightless ratite bird, was a prominent feature of New Zealand's fauna before the arrival of humans. In this photograph, Owen is seen examining the skeleton of Dinornis maximus, the largest known species of moa, which stood over 12 feet (3.7 meters) tall. The moa's anatomy was a subject of great fascination for Owen, and his studies provided valuable insights into the evolution and biology of these remarkable birds. The Dinornis maximus skeleton, displayed behind Owen, is a testament to the extensive research and exploration that characterized the scientific community during the 19th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the world of a brilliant mind that helped shape our understanding of the natural world. Owen's legacy continues to influence modern biology and palaeontology, and his work on the classification of animals remains a cornerstone of the scientific community. This photograph, with its historical significance and intriguing subject matter, is a captivating reminder of the curiosity and determination that drives scientific discovery.
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