Violaceus Collection

Satin bowerbird and magpie tanager
5855211 Satin bowerbird and magpie tanager; (add.info.: Satin bowerbird (male), Ptilonorhynchus violaceus, and magpie tanager, Cissopis leveriana

Pied coucal and violet coucal
White-necked coucal or pied coucal, Centropus ateralbus, and violaceous coucal or violet coucal, Centropus violaceus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de

Satin bowerbird, Ptilonorhynchus violaceus
Satin bowerbird, male, Ptilonorhynchus violaceus (Satin grackle, Ptilonorhynchus macleyii). Handcoloured engraving after an illustration by H

Melocactus violaceus, vulnerable (depressed melocactus, Melocactus depressus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Walter Fitch from William Jackson Hookers Botanical

Curtis British Entomology Plate 446
Coleoptera: Carabus exasperatus = Carabus violaceus (Portland Carabus) [Plant: Atropa belladonna (Deadly Nightshade)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 351
Coleoptera: Corynetes violaceus = Necrobia violacea (Blue Corynetes) [Plant: Campanula patula (Field Bell-flower)] Date: 1824-39

Satin Bowerbird, 1861 (colour litho)
1065180 Satin Bowerbird, 1861 (colour litho) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Zoological Sketches by Philip Lutley Sclater, published in 1861)

Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) male, Lamington National Park, Queensland, Australia

Violaceous crow, Corvus violaceus, and magpie tanager, Cissopis leveriana.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris

Violet Oil-Beetle (Meloe violaceus)

Dor beetle (Anoplotrupes stercorosus, Geotrupes amoethysticus, Geotrupes erythropterus, Geotrupes fauconneti)
Dor beetle (Anoplotrupes stercorosus, Geotrupes amoethysticus, Geotrupes erythropterus, Geotrupes fauconneti, Geotrupes inaequalis, Geotrupes juvenilis, Geotrupes monticola, Geotrupes nigrinus)

Picture No. 10849758
Violaceous TROGON - at nest, which is made in termite nest attached to tree. (Trogon violaceus) Date:

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"Exploring the Vivid World of Violaceus: From Birds to Beetles" Discover the mesmerizing world of violaceus, where nature showcases its vibrant hues and captivating species. From the striking Pied coucal and violet coucal to the elegant Satin bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus), this diverse group never fails to fascinate. One member of this enchanting family is the Satin bowerbird, known for its remarkable courtship behavior. With a lustrous plumage resembling satin, it captivates onlookers in Lamington National Park, Queensland. Males meticulously decorate their bowers with an array of blue objects, creating stunning displays that attract potential mates. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 446 and Plate 351, we encounter another fascinating creature - the Violet Oil-Beetle (Meloe violaceus). This vulnerable beetle boasts a deep purple exoskeleton that shimmers under sunlight. Its presence reminds us of nature's delicate balance and our responsibility to protect these unique species. Not limited to birds and beetles alone, violaceus extends its charm even further. The Violaceous crow (Corvus violaceus) stands out with its glossy black feathers tinged with shades of violet. Meanwhile, the magpie adds contrasting colors with its monochrome plumage alongside hints of violet. As we delve into this realm filled with vivid wonders, let us appreciate the intricate beauty found within each member of this extraordinary family called "violaceus. " Through Curtis' British Entomology illustrations or a glimpse at a male Satin Bowerbird's carefully curated display adorned by blue objects – there is no shortage of awe-inspiring sights awaiting those who venture into their world. Let us cherish these creatures as they remind us how truly magnificent our natural world can be.