Issued by Comoros (Union des Comores) in 2008, this 300 Franc stamp honors the renowned British ornithologist John Gould (1804–1881). The design features Gould’s portrait alongside the beautifully illustrated Tanager darwinii, reflecting his significant contributions to bird taxonomy and illustration. Gould was famous for producing richly illustrated ornithological books that documented bird species from around the world. The stamp celebrates both scientific exploration and the artistry of 19th-century natural history illustration. Collectors value this issue for its vibrant bird depiction and its tribute to one of the most influential figures in ornithology.