Mottled Collection (page 5)

Mottled design in SMB wallpaper sample book
Mottled design in an SMB wallpaper sample book. Date: 1934

Pigeons - Burmese or Florentine, Starling and Spot Fairy
A portrait illustration showing three breeds of pigeon. At the top of the illustration is a Burmese pigeon, now commonly known as a Florentine

Pigeons - Clean Legged Flying Tumblers
A portrait of three sub-variants of the Clean Legged Flying Tumbler pigeon breed. The variants shown are a Yellow-Mottled, Red-Mottled, a Black-Mottled, or a Rosewinced

Man in uniform with a dog in a field, Germany. Date: circa 1910s

Plate design - flags of the Allies - FOR RIGHT AND FREEDOM
Unmarked plate with mottled edge. Transfer shows flags of the Allies and reads FOR RIGHT AND FREEDOM. Good condition. Commemorative Ware

German aircraft camouflage by G. H. Davis
German aircraft camouflage, showing how the sombre and mottled colours appear to merge into their surroundings. Date: 1941

USA, Alaska. A blue sea star with four arms

USA, Alaska. Sea stars in a variety of colors on the beach at low tide

Africa, Namibia, Swakopmund, Namaqua Chameleon, Chamaeleo namaquensis. Namaqua chameleon walking on the sand

Metal scrap found on the ground in Yoho NP
Metal scrap found on the ground in Yoho National Park

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Mottled Shieldbug on white background Galicia Spain Date:

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Mottled Shieldbug on white background Galicia Spain Date:

Hawk owl (Surnia ulula), perching on a pine branch, side view

Long-eared Owl (Asio otus), perching on a branch, looking over shoulder

Tengmalms owl (Aegolius funereus), looking over shoulder

Eagle owl (Bubo bubo), front view

Dunlin (Calidris alpina), standing

Jack snipe (Lymnocryptes minimus), standing, side view

Buzzard (Buteo buteo), perching on a branch

Snow bunting (Plectrophenax nivalis), two birds sitting side by side, side view

Short-eared owl (Asio flammeus), perching on a branch, facing forward

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Mottled Chabo / Japanese Bantam Chicken hen Date:

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Mottled Chabo / Japanese Bantam Chicken hen Date:

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Mottled Chabo / Japanese Bantam Chicken hen Date:

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Mottled Umber Caterpillar. Date:

Scholars brush holder and brush, Qianlong Period (1736-95) (nephrite jade)
XBP394817 Scholars brush holder and brush, Qianlong Period (1736-95) (nephrite jade) (see also 394818) by Chinese School, (18th century); height: 15.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Pigeons Exhibited by the Philoperisteron Society: Mr. Parkinsons Carrier, Jacobins, Mr. Bults Pouter, Mr. Pynes Almond Tumbler, Mr. Percivals Yellow Mottled Owls

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Largescale Flounder camouflaged on sand during night dive Date:

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Largescale Flounder camouflaged on sand during night dive Date:

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"Mottled: A Tapestry of Nature's Colors" In the dense forests of New Zealand, a Strigops habroptilus, commonly known as the kakapo, displays its mottled plumage. With intricate patterns blending shades of green and brown, it effortlessly camouflages itself among the foliage. On a branch high above, a Red kite (Milvus milvus) perches gracefully. Its feathers are adorned with an enchanting mix of reds and browns, creating a stunning mottled effect that catches the eye. Not far away, a peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) stands tall on another branch. Its sleek body showcases an exquisite blend of dark and light hues - nature's own masterpiece in mottling. Down by the shimmering waters stand lesser flamingos (Phoeniconaias minor), their delicate pink plumage speckled with patches of white. The subtle mottling adds depth to their already captivating appearance. Venturing into the depths below sea level lies an epaulette shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum). Its skin is beautifully patterned with spots and blotches in varying shades - an underwater marvel in natural mottling. Moving towards freshwater habitats, we encounter lampreys - Sea Lamprey, Lampern, and Silver Lamprey. These ancient creatures boast bodies covered in scales displaying mesmerizing patterns resembling delicate brushstrokes across their skin. Flipping through pages filled with avian wonders brings us to page 78 where an Eastern Curlew (w / c on paper) captures our attention. The artist skillfully portrays its elegant form using watercolors that create soft gradients and gentle mottling effects. Perched behind a cactus hides the Gila Monster lizard (Heloderma suspectum), showcasing its unique textured skin marked by irregular patches arranged like puzzle pieces. Its mottled appearance serves as a natural defense against predators.