Finch Lady Gould history
In fact, John Gould called this beautiful bird Finch “Lady Gould” in memory of his wife. British naturalist and ornithologist, John Gould (September 14, 1804 — February 3, 1881) discovered this species of bird – Gouldian Finch during his journey to Australia. It was in 1838 and 1840. Then, made his scientific description in 1844. John Gould named this beautiful rainbow bird Finch Lady Gould in memory of his beloved wife Elizabeth Gould. She accompanied him during these trips, and shortly thereafter died, at the age of 37.

Elizabeth Gould (July 18, 1804 – August 15, 1841, England) was an English painter and Illustrator and wife of zoologist John Gould. And it was she, who produced numerous lithographs for his ornithological books. Despite this, the value of her art work for scientific activity of John Gould became forgotten.

Finch Lady Gould history

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