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Lesser spotted woodpecker, Dendrocopos minor
Lesser spotted woodpecker, Dendrocopos minor.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Dendrocopos Frederick Lesser Minor Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Shaw Spotted Woodpecker Zoological
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1. Title: "A Charming Depiction of the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker: A Historical Insight from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's Naturalist Miscellany (1792)" This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Dendrocopos minor, in all its intricate beauty. The illustration is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's Naturalist Miscellany, published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their collaborative work was one of the most comprehensive and accurate records of British wildlife during the late 18th century. The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, a small, elusive bird, is depicted in this illustration with remarkable detail and precision. The engraving captures the bird's distinctive features, including its black and white plumage, red crest, and the white spots on its wings and back. The artist has also expertly rendered the bird's beak, which is perfectly suited for its role in tapping on tree trunks to locate insects hidden beneath the bark. The historical significance of this illustration lies not only in its accurate representation of the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker but also in the context of the time it was created. The Naturalist Miscellany was a groundbreaking publication that aimed to document the natural history of Britain in a systematic and scientific manner. Shaw and Nodder's work was instrumental in advancing the understanding of British wildlife and contributing to the development of modern ornithology. This image serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the natural history of the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker as it was known over two centuries ago. The intricate details of the engraving and the historical context in which it was created make it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or ornithology.
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