From M. G. Perecca to G. A. Boulenger
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From M. G. Perecca to G. A. Boulenger
A letter from M.G. Perecca to G.A. Boulenger featuring an illustration of a chameleon. 27 January 1906. DF 235/18/6/38
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1858 1937 Archive Boulenger Chamaeleon Chamaeleonid Chamaeleonidae Chameleon Diapsid Diapsida Ga Boulenger George Albert George Albert Boulenger Iguania Lacertilia Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Letter Lizard Mg Perecca Perecca Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaled Reptile Squamata
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This image is a print of a letter from M.G. Perecca to the renowned herpetologist, George Albert Boulenger, dated 27th January 1906. The letter, now archived under DF 235/18/6/38 at Mary Evans Prints Online, is accompanied by an intricately detailed illustration of a chameleon. The nineteenth century was a time of great discovery and exploration in the field of herpetology, and this letter offers a glimpse into the scientific community's fascination with these remarkable animals. M.G. Perecca, presumably a fellow researcher or collector, shares his observations and findings with Boulenger, who was a leading authority on reptiles and amphibians during this period. The chameleon depicted in the illustration is a member of the Squamata order, a group that includes lizards and snakes. More specifically, it belongs to the Chamaeleonidae family, which is characterized by its unique ability to change color to blend in with its surroundings. The chameleon is also a Sauropsid, a subclass of reptiles that includes both reptiles and birds, and a Lepidosaur, a subgroup of reptiles characterized by their scaly skin. Boulenger's extensive work on reptiles and amphibians, particularly his descriptions of new species, made him a key figure in the history of herpetology. This letter and its accompanying illustration offer a fascinating insight into the scientific discourse of the time and the importance of communication and collaboration in advancing knowledge in the natural sciences.
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