Extinct Birds of Moldova (National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History)

INTRODUCTION

On 14 August 2007, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Extinct Birds of Moldova (National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History). The issue comprises five stamps, one on a souvenir sheet, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day covers (FDC). The designer was Elena Karacenţev. The printing was performed by Tipografia Centrală, Chişinău.

ISSUE DETAILS

Original Date of Issue: August 14, 2007 Michel Catalogue Numbers: 590-594 Artist/Designer: Elena Karacenţev Printer: Tipografia Centrală, Chişinău You can see the full details of this series here.

POSTAGE STAMPS
№ 590 | Great Bustard (Otis Tarda)	Great Bustard (Otis Tarda) Michel Catalogue No: 590 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 0.45 Lei Quantity Printed: 400,000
The Great Bustard (Otis tarda) is in the bustard family, the only member of the genus Otis. It breeds in southern and central Europe, where it is the largest species of bird, and across temperate Asia. European populations are mainly resident, but Asian birds move further south in winter. Portugal and Spain now contain about 60% of the world's population. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Great_Bustard', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 591 | Egyptian Vulture (Neophron Percnopterus)	Egyptian Vulture (Neophron Percnopterus) Michel Catalogue No: 591 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 1 Lei Quantity Printed: 500,000
The Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus), also called the White Scavenger Vulture or Pharaoh's Chicken, is a small Old World vulture and the only member of the genus Neophron. It is widely distributed; the Egyptian Vulture is found from southwestern Europe and northern Africa to India. The contrasting underwing pattern and wedge-shaped tail make it distinctive in flight as it soars in thermals during the warmer parts of the day. Egyptian Vultures feed mainly on carrion but are opportunistic and will prey on small mammals, birds, and reptiles. They also feed on the eggs of other birds, breaking larger ones by tossing a large pebble onto them. The use of tools is rare in birds and apart from the use of a pebble as a hammer, Egyptian Vultures also use twigs to roll up wool for use in their nest. Egyptian Vultures that breed in the temperate regions migrate south in winter while tropical populations are relatively sedentary. Populations of this species have declined in the 20th century and some island populations are endangered by hunting, accidental poisoning, and collision with power lines. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Egyptian_Vulture', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 592 | Black Grouse (Lyrurus Tetrix)	Black Grouse (Lyrurus Tetrix) Michel Catalogue No: 592 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 2.5 Lei Quantity Printed: 50,000
The Black Grouse or Blackgame (Tetrao tetrix) is a large game bird in the grouse family. It is a sedentary species, breeding across northern Eurasia in moorland and bog areas near to woodland, mostly boreal. The Black Grouse is closely related to the Caucasian Grouse. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Black_Grouse', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 593 | Griffon Vulture (Gyps Fulvus)	Griffon Vulture (Gyps Fulvus) Michel Catalogue No: 593 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 5 Lei Quantity Printed: 50,000
The Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus) is a large Old World vulture in the bird of prey family Accipitridae. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Griffon_Vulture', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 594 | Western Capercaillie (Tetrao Urogallus)	Western Capercaillie (Tetrao Urogallus) Michel Catalogue No: 594 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 6.2 Lei Quantity Printed: 20,000
The Western Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus), also known as the Wood Grouse, Heather Cock or Capercaillie /ˌkæpərˈkeɪli/, is the largest member of the grouse family. The largest known specimen, recorded in captivity, had a weight of 7.2 kg. (15.9 lbs). Found across Europe and Asia, it is renowned for its mating display. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Western_Capercaillie', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)

№ 590-593 FDC | Bird and the Museum

№ Block 37 (594) FDC | Bird and the Museum

RELATED ITEMS
	2010 Birds (III)
	2014 National Museums of the Republic of Moldova

Domestic Cats

INTRODUCTION

On 20 June 2007, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Domestic Cats. The issue comprises four stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Iurie Palkov. The printing was performed by Tipografia Centrală, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

The domestic cat (Felis catus or Felis silvestris catus) is a small, usually furry, domesticated, and carnivorous mammal. It is often called the housecat when kept as an indoor pet, or simply the cat when there is no need to distinguish it from other felids and felines. Cats are often valued by humans for companionship and their ability to hunt vermin and household pests. Read more..

This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Cat', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.

ISSUE DETAILS

Original Date of Issue: June 20, 2007 Michel Catalogue Numbers: 586-589 Artist/Designer: Iurie Palkov Printer: Tipografia Centrală, Chişinău You can see the full details of this series here.

POSTAGE STAMPS
№ 586 | Ordinary Cat	Ordinary Cat Michel Catalogue No: 586 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 0.65 Lei Quantity Printed: 150,000
№ 587 | Siamese Cat	Siamese Cat Michel Catalogue No: 587 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14.50:14 Size: 27.50 x 46.00 mm Face Value: 1 Lei Quantity Printed: 200,000
The Siamese (Thai: วิเชียรมาศ, RTGS: Wichianmat, meaning 'moon diamond') is one of the first distinctly recognized breeds of Oriental cat. One of several breeds native to Thailand (formerly known as Siam), in the 20th century the Siamese cat became one of the most popular breeds in Europe and North America. The modern Siamese is characterized by blue almond-shaped eyes, a triangular head shape, large ears, an elongated, slender, and muscular body, and point coloration. TICA describes the breed as social, intelligent, and playful into adulthood, often enjoying a game of fetch. Siamese prefer to live in pairs or groups and also seek human interaction. Their Meezer nickname refers to their vocal nature. The Oriental cat was developed in order to expand the range of coat patterns while the Thai preserves a moderate head and body type. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Siamese_%28cat%29', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 588 | Burmese Cat	Burmese Cat Michel Catalogue No: 588 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14.50:14 Size: 27.50 x 46.00 mm Face Value: 1.5 Lei Quantity Printed: 100,000
The Burmese (Thai: ศุภลักษณ์ RTGS: Suphalak meaning fortunate, beautiful, and splendid appearance) is a breed of domesticated cats split into two subgroups: the American Burmese and the British Burmese (and are not to be confused with 'Sacred Cat of Burma,' in respect of which, see Birman). Most modern Burmese are descendants of one female cat called Wong Mau, which was brought from Burma to America in 1930. Most cat registries do not recognize a split between the two groups, but those that do formally refer to the type developed by British cat breeders as the European Burmese. Read more.. This article uses material from the Wikipedia article 'Burmese_%28cat%29', which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
№ 589 | Persian Cat	Persian Cat Michel Catalogue No: 589 Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50 Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm Face Value: 6.2 Lei Quantity Printed: 50,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)

№ 586-589 FDC | Kittens