Encapsulated within this frame, we are afforded a truly unique and precious visual offering: the final authenticated depiction of the Domestic Haggis, affectionately classified in scientific circles as Scoticus terram Scotibeastius.
The illustrious Haggis Wildlife Foundation, with their base of operations meticulously established amidst the pastoral grandeur of Heatherlie House in Selkirk, were the masterful orchestrators behind this momentous capture, dating back to the auspicious year of 1902.
This image, standing as a silent but potent testimony to the tireless endeavors of our dedicated team, encapsulates more than a mere visual representation; it is a moment frozen in time, a bridge connecting us to the halcyon days of exploration and discovery that characterized the end of the 19th century and the dawn of the 20th.
As we bear witness to this remarkable specimen, poised with an air of dignified grace, we are reminded of the unparalleled commitment and relentless pursuit of knowledge that defined the Haggis Wildlife Foundation during those foundational years at Heatherlie.
In the gentle embrace of the Scottish Borders, where the air resonates with the whispers of bygone eras and the land itself is steeped in the rich tapestry of folklore and tradition, this image was born. It stands not just as a visual relic, but as a testament to the spirit of exploration, the unquenchable thirst for understanding, and the profound respect for the natural world that fueled the heart and soul of the Haggis Wildlife Foundation.
It is, dear reader, a rare and invaluable jewel in the crown of natural history, meticulously preserved for posterity by the foresighted individuals who dared to dream at Heatherlie House.
Pictured here is the last known authentic image of the Domestic Haggis, Scoticus terram Scotibeastius. This significant moment was captured by the HWF at Heatherlie House in Selkirk, around the year 1902.